Basque game moved to Sunday May 21st

Last updated : 10 May 2006 By Wales Reporter
It has been agreed reluctantly that the representative match between the Basque Country and Wales will now be played on Sunday 21st May 2006 at the San Mames Stadium in Bilbao. The original date agreed with the Basque Federation was 24 hours earlier on the Saturday. Kick off time is to be confirmed but will be in the evening.

This has come about due to the Spanish League being granted permission by FIFA to extend their domestic season by one week following a knock-on effect after the postponement of one of the recent key La Liga games.

The Football Association of Wales has worked closely with the Basque Federation to minimise the disruption that the change of date will cause for the travelling Welsh supporters. The situation has however, been caused by circumstances beyond the control of both sides.