Netherlands – team
The following teams will play in the first round, the Netherlands, Dominican Republic (Pan-American Cup winner 2012), Egypt (African champion 2011) and Iran (Asian Champion 2011).
The first round
Netherlands – Dominican Republic , on the 24th and 25th of August in Rotterdam.
Egypt – Iran, on the 31st of August and on the 2nd of September in Cairo.
The second round
Netherlands / Dominican Republic – Portugal
Egypt / Iran – Japan
Iran and Dominican Republic can make their debut in the World League, which was won by Poland this year.