The qualification for the UEFA Women's Euro 2005 was held between 26 March 2003 & 27 November 2004. The first-placed of the group stage qualified directly. The second-placed and the two best third-placed teams played in two playoff matches for three other berths. England qualified as host.

First Category

England qualified automatically as hosts for the final tournament.

Group 1

Sweden qualified for the final tournament. Italy and Finland advanced for the playoff.

Group 2

Denmark qualified for the final tournament. Norway advanced for the playoff.

Group 3

France qualified for the final tournament. Russia and Iceland advanced for the playoff.

Group 4

Germany qualified for the final tournament. Czech Republic advanced for the playoff.

Second Category

Group 5

Group 6

Wales withdrew.

Group 7

Playoff

First leg

Second leg

Finland won 4–1 on aggregate. Norway won 9–3 on aggregate. Italy won 5–1 on aggregate. Finland, Norway and Italy qualified for the final tournament.

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