Preliminary Draw for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

The footballing world is already buzzing with excitement in the run-up to 25 November 2007, the day on which Durban will host the draw for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ qualifying ties and groups.

South Africa's second-biggest city on the shores of the Indian Ocean provides a majestic setting for the ceremony, an event which is attracting interest from all over the globe. Qualifying for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ has attracted a record total of 205 nations, all aiming to seal a berth at the showcase tournament from 11 June to 11 July 2010 in nine South African cities.

FIFA.com will provide its usual comprehensive and LIVE coverage of this historic event in Durban.