A quick summary of action around the UEFA group phase on SAT 04 JUN 2005.
» Spain 01-00 Lithuania: Albert LUQUE's 68th minute goal was the difference as Spain edged past Lithuania to tie Serbia-Montenegro atop Group 7.
» Ireland Rep 02-02 Israel: A header by Avi YEHIEL and a penalty by Avi NIMNI just before halftime erased Ireland Rep's lead, allowing Switzerland to sneak to the top of Group 4 by defeating the Faroe Is.
» Turkey 00-00 Greece: The European champions escaped from Istanbul with a point and remain in position for a playoff berth in Group 2.
» Russia 02-00 Latvia: Russia kept pace with Group 3 leaders Portugal with a 2-0 win that leaves them tied for second place.
» Netherlands 02-00 Romania: Arjen ROBBEN and Dirk KUJT scored to keep the Dutch side atop Group 1 after the Czech Rep also won.
» Norway 00-00 Italy: Norway missed a chance to close the gap on Group 5 leaders Italy but are still ahead of Slovenia on head to head for second place.