Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Spain is ready to replace Japan in Copa America 2011



Japan decided to withdraw from the Copa America 2011 because induced of the earthquake and tsunami that occurred March 11. Impact, the number of contestants from the team in the event invitation that was held in Argentina it would be reduced. However, the quota would be met again.

Because, Spain interested to try out the power of teams from South America in the Copa America. Spain will become the first European team that appeared in the Copa America when a positive look at the four annual championships.

About the possibility of the emergence of Spain, Julio Grondona, president of the AFA (Argentine Football Association) as the executor Copa America, has been negotiating with officials RFEF (Spanish Football Association).

Grondona speak directly with RFEF president, Angel Maria Villa Llona, ​​who was none other than close friends. They made ​​the Spanish as the primary candidate. In addition, there are several other interested countries. For example, the United States, Honduras, and Costa Rica.

Only three countries it was difficult to get approval. Because the competition CONCACAF Gold Cup was held a month before the Copa America. That makes the United States, Honduras, and Costa Rica could undoubtedly go down with the senior squad.

Spain itself will not be easy to participate. At least they should get permission from UEFA and FIFA. If UEFA and FIFA to provide a positive signal, Spain stayed adjust the schedule with the European leagues. Copa America will be held on 1 to 14 July. "Grondona has approached RFEF and advised us to play in the tournament. However, we do not take this temporary decision," said the source RFEF as reported by Reuters.

However, given the international agenda, the chances of Spain to take part is big enough. On July 4, they just do the test match against the United States.




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