 In preparation for the 2006 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign Scotland lost 3–0 to Hungary in a friendly match at Hampden Park, before a creditable performance against Spain saw a match that was being drawn 1–1 when it was abandoned due to the floodlights failing.Scotland's opening qualifier against Slovenia finished in a goalless draw.Scotland then lost 1–0 to Norway at Hampden, their first home competitive defeat in 17 years.