Under 21 international

Belgium 1 - Spain 0

Spain's under 21 side are on the brink of missing out on next summer's European Championship after losing their penultimate group game to Belgium. Despite fielding a side packed with first division experience the youngsters were unable to break down a well-ordered defence, and Vermaelen beat Riesgo midway through the second half to ensure Belgium a place in the play-offs. Spain ended the day in third position, and their only hope of qualifying is to beat San Marino next Tuesday and hope Serbia fail to win against Bosnia in their last match. (07.10.05)