2006
World Cup
The draw took place today
for the qualifying groups for the 2006 World Cup, which will take place in
Germany. Spain were paired in Group 7 of the European section, together
with Belgium, Serbia and Montenegro, Bosnia Herzegovina Lithuania and San
Merino. Thirteen teams will qualify from Europe as well as the hosts, including
the winners of the eight groups, the two best second-placed sides and three
others to be decided in direct play-offs between the other six second-placed
sides. The countries' representatives have agreed to meet in January to set the
calendar of matches. Ties will take place from 4th September 2004 to 12th
October 2005. (05.12.03) |