41.   However, the Croats can also theoretically qualify with a small loss if Mexico beats Italy.

42.   In Amsterdam, the Dutch did enough to qualify with a single point off a draw with Turkey.

43.   If Nantes loses, Porto will qualify with a victory at Danish side Aalborg.

44.   In Istanbul, Turkey, Galatasaray and Liverpool preserved their hopes of qualifying with their second draw in a week.

45.   It will qualify with a victory over Iran.

46.   Its World Cup berth secure, the United States finished qualifying with a lackluster scoreless tie against Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday.

47.   Mexico could have qualified with a victory against Canada at Edmonton, Alberta, but still is virtually assured of a berth.

48.   Mexico could qualify with a draw, but not if Belgium beats South Korea by three goals or more.

49.   Monday, the women have two groups of qualifying with Americans Michelle Kwan and Tara Lipinski in different groups.

50.   Morocco played at home Saturday against Ghana in a late and would also qualify with a win or draw.