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Gareth Bale insists play-off heartbreak in 2017 will drive Wales to Qatar ahead of being the second Dragons player to hit 100 caps in Belarus World Cup qualifier... but he could have been on century duty in cricket!

12/11/21 18:08
Gareth Bale has urged Wales to use the pain of failure to drive them to the World Cup as he prepares to win his 100th international cap. The Real Madrid star is due to become only the second Wales player, after Chris Gunter, to reach the century as his side take on Belarus in Saturday's World Cup qualifier in Cardiff. Wales are already guaranteed a spot in the play-offs in the spring thanks to their performances in the last Nations League campaign but finishing second in the group, rather than third, should give them a more favourable draw as they try to qualify for the tournament for the first time since 1958....read

Gareth Bale will be given a golf-themed gift by his Wales team-mates for reaching 100 caps for his country... but close pal Wayne Hennessey admits finding something will be 'difficult' because he's already got everything!
12/11/21 16:52Should he feature in Wales' vital World Cup qualifier against Belarus on Saturday, Bale will become the second Welshman after Chris Gunter to reach the three-figure milestone.
World Cup State of Play: Spain, Russia, Portugal and Croatia all face nervy final-day clashes and Wales are in the play-offs at least, while England could qualify TONIGHT... but there could be trouble for Uruguay and Ivory Coast
12/11/21 11:47Qualification for the 2022 World Cup is now well and truly heating up across the globe, with just over a year until the tournament gets underway in Qatar. But which nations are at risk of missing out?
'Never say that again if you want to be my agent!': Jonathan Barnett reveals what Gareth Bale once said to him when he suggested he could play for England... as he admits the Real Madrid star is a 'fanatical Welshman'
11/11/21 09:39Gareth Bale's agent Jonathan Barnett has revealed how the Real Madrid winger brutally rejected the idea of playing for England. As a result, Barnett described Bale as a 'fanatical Welshman'.
EXCLUSIVE: UK and Ireland's joint 2030 World Cup bid looks dead in the water as UEFA angle for Spain and Portugal to be Europe's contender... but Euro 2028 could be offered up as a sweetener instead
15/10/21 21:00EXCLUSIVE BY IAN MALLON: UEFA is set to try to encourage the joint Ireland and UK bid to focus instead on Euro 2028, which they would support if the home nations stand down.
Gareth Bale is ruled OUT of Wales' crunch World Cup qualifying clashes with the Czech Republic and Estonia after picking up hamstring injury during Real Madrid training
28/09/21 12:41Bale was due to bring up a century of appearances for his country in Prague next month but was not named in the squad for the matches in Prague and Tallinn due to a a serious hamstring injury.
Gareth Bale is set for a 'long-term' lay-off after suffering a right hamstring injury in Real Madrid training... handing Wales a huge World Cup qualifying blow
13/09/21 13:56The 32-year-old Wales attack was absent from Real Madrid's squad for their 5-2 victory against Celta Vigo at the Bernabeu on Sunday night and was later seen sporting a bandage.
Wales 0-0 Estonia: Tyler Roberts and Gareth Bale denied by superb saves from teenage Arsenal goalkeeper Karl Hein as hosts suffer setback in bid to qualify for 2022 World Cup
08/09/21 20:41TOM COLLOMOSSE IN CARDIFF: Arsenal goalkeeper Karl Hein put a dent in Wales' World Cup qualifying hopes with a stunning display that earned Estonia a draw in Cardiff.
'Football is very fickle': Gareth Bale shrugs off Real Madrid praise after admitting he was unaware his club praised him with 'Mr Hat-trick' tweet following his treble in Wales' World Cup qualifying win over Belarus
07/09/21 16:36Madrid branded the Wales forward as 'Mr Hat-trick' in a post on Twitter after his three-goal heroics helped his country to a vital 3-2 World Cup qualifying victory over Belarus on Sunday.
Gareth Bale urges football bosses to BLOCK Arsene Wenger's plans to hold a World Cup every two years because it would ruin the tournament's 'prestige' and 'history'... even though Wales have failed to qualify since 1958!
07/09/21 12:58Gareth Bale has urged football bosses to block the plan to stage the World Cup every two years. Arsene Wenger is spearheading the move for biennial World Cups, as part of his role with FIFA.
Gareth Bale SLAMS UEFA over Wales' 6,000-mile round-trip to Kazan for 3-2 World Cup qualifier win over Belarus... just THREE days before playing Estonia at home in another crucial game
05/09/21 16:37TOM COLLOMOSSE: Wales' 3-2 win over Belarus was switched to Kazan, Russia, as sanctions against the Belarus government meant it could not be played there.
Belarus 2-3 Wales: Gareth Bale nets a stoppage-time winner to complete his hat-trick as Rob Page's men come from behind to win five-goal thriller and keep their dreams of reaching the World Cup alive
05/09/21 15:04In a topsy-turvy contest, Bale opened the scoring on five minutes from the spot. Vitali Lisakovich and Pavel Sedko turned the game on its head before Bale equalised and then won it on 93 minutes.
Gareth Bale says he would support a WALKOUT if Wales were subjected to racist abuse in a match... days after England players were targeted by vile chants in victory over Hungary
04/09/21 10:29Gareth Bale has slammed football's inability to deal with racism and revealed he would support his Wales side walking off the pitch if their players were targeted.
Finland 0-0 Wales: Harry Wilson's first-half penalty is saved as Rob Page's second-string side are held to a goalless draw in friendly in Helsinki
01/09/21 17:53Wales were held to a goalless draw against Finland in Helsinki with Harry Wilson spurning a golden chance from the penalty spot in the first-half of the friendly on Wednesday night.
Robbie Savage is seen stepping in to stop terrace brawl during huge derby between the Macclesfield director of football's side and local rivals Congleton... with fans hailing ex-Premier League star
30/08/21 21:47Extraordinary footage has emerged of Savage, who has become better known for his flamboyant punditry since his retirement, making his way towards feuding factions during a game.
Daniel James is set to move to Leeds from Manchester United for £30m fee with the Welsh winger falling down the pecking order at Old Trafford after the arrivals of Cristiano Ronaldo and Jadon Sancho
30/08/21 14:41The Wales winger almost moved to Elland Road two years ago from Swansea before the deal collapsed late on but the return to Manchester of Cristiano Ronaldo has opened the door again.
Aaron Ramsey will miss Wales' World Cup 2022 qualifiers next month after picking up ANOTHER injury with Juventus... with no timeframe given for midfielder's return from thigh problem
25/08/21 11:51Aaron Ramsey is set to miss World Cup qualifiers with Wales in September after picking up a thigh injury during the opening game of Juventus's 2021-22 campaign. He has been ruled out indefinitely,
Liverpool winger Ben Woodburn poised for Hearts loan after Jurgen Klopp gives all clear for club's youngest ever scorer to seal switch
22/08/21 23:09Woodburn, 21, agreed to join the Scottish Premiership side last week but Klopp initially wanted to wait until the end of the month before ratifying the deal which is now expected on Monday.
England fans will NOT be allowed to travel to support the Three Lions in next month's World Cup qualifiers due to Covid concerns as FIFA and UEFA block visiting supporters for ALL games
11/08/21 14:33FIFA and UEFA have informed national associations that visiting fans will not be allowed to travel to next month's international matches due to coronavirus concerns.
Former Wales and Hull City boss Mike Smith, the first non-Welshman to take charge of the Dragons, dies aged 83 as fans and former colleagues pay tribute to the 'true gentleman'
22/07/21 14:34Smith, the first non-Welshman to manage the national team, led them to the quarter-finals of the 1976 Euros, where they were controversially beaten 3-1 over two legs by Yugoslavia.
Welsh FA appoint Noel Mooney as their new chief executive with ex-League of Ireland goalkeeping landing top job after Jonathan Ford stepped down from role in March... and his first job will be dealing with Ryan Giggs fallout
19/07/21 15:30Mooney, who played for Limerick, Cork and Shamrock Rovers in the League of Ireland, has been deemed a safe pair of hands for what is likely to be a tricky period for the organisation.
Fulham 'are leading the chase for £15m-rated Liverpool winger Harry Wilson to help fire them back into the Premier League'... with Jurgen Klopp keen to offload fringe players to fund major summer signings
19/07/21 12:39Wilson has never played a senior league game for Liverpool in his 16 years at the club but has impressed on various loan spells away, including at Derby, Bournemouth and Cardiff in the last three seasons.
Burnley set to sign former Crystal Palace goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey on a free transfer this week - with Sheffield Wednesday keen to take Bailey Peacock-Farrell on loan
18/07/21 07:17The experienced 34-year-old left Crystal Palace after his contract ended, having played 132 times in all competitions during his eight seasons at SE25; he had interest from Chelsea and Aston Villa too.
Gareth Bale was labelled the best player in the world when he joined Real Madrid in 2013... but club politics and a constant spotlight on his life has seen the Wales hero fall out of love with the game and retirement at 32 may follow
15/07/21 09:09Gareth Bale does not enjoy questions on his future. He made that much clear during his interview following Wales' exit at Euro 2020. But it is a question that still needs answering.
Euro 2020 race for the Golden Boot: Harry Kane is now just ONE GOAL behind Cristiano Ronaldo, who will win as things stand... while Switzerland's Steven Zuber has the most assists so far
07/07/21 22:30Harry Kane is now just one goal behind Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for the Euro 2020 Golden Boot. Sportsmail takes you through the players with the most goals and assists.
Gareth Bale 'plans to RETIRE from club football next summer but still feature at the 2022 World Cup for Wales' as he looks to see out rest of his mammoth £600,000-a-week deal at Real Madrid
06/07/21 13:29The Welshman has one year left to run on his contract at the Bernabeu and sent fans into a frenzy before Euro 2020 by claiming it would 'cause chaos' if he revealed what his plans were.
Burnley eye up move for Wales international Connor Roberts as a cheaper alternative to Everton's Jonjoe Kenny with the Swansea right back now in the final year of his deal
29/06/21 09:27The 25-year-old Swansea City right-back impressed at the European Championship, where he scored in a 2-0 win over Turkey, and has one year remaining on contract.
MARTIN SAMUEL: It takes some doing to mess up the Euros but UEFA have managed it... this tournament has been a perfect storm of ROTTEN planning and RIDICULOUS scheduling from start to finish
28/06/21 21:30CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: There are two basic rules for the organisation of football tournaments. Make it fair, and keep it fresh. At Euro 2020, UEFA have failed on both counts.
Will Gareth Bale BAIL? Wales captain insists he's committed for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and his Euro 2020 displays showed he's far from finished... but his club future is up in the air
27/06/21 23:44There have been times in the past three weeks when football has provoked the joy you would expect in a player as extraordinarily talented as Gareth Bale, such as in Baku after the win against Turkey.
'JOKE set up of a tournament': Wales star Chris Gunter slams Euro 2020 format as he insists his team were 'written off before a bag of air was kicked' having been forced to travel over 5,000 air miles for just four matches with hardly any fans
27/06/21 11:14Wales enjoyed another strong Euros campaign, progressing through their group only to be knocked out by Denmark following a 4-0 thrashing in Amsterdam on Saturday evening.
'The players are hurting in there': Rob Page is optimistic for the future of Welsh football as he pays tribute to his players after a chastening 4-0 defeat by Denmark
27/06/21 00:14Wales qualified from a tough Euro 2020 group including Italy, Switzerland and Turkey, but it was a step too far against Kasper Hjulmand's men at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam.
'This is hilarious, a red card?': Wales fans SLAM decision to send Harry Wilson off in Danish thumping... as supporters ask 'where was VAR?'
26/06/21 19:02Harry Wilson's sending-off has been met with furious backlash after the Liverpool winger was shown a straight red in injury-time of their Denmark drubbing.
Furious Gareth Bale abruptly ENDS his post-match interview by storming off after being asked if he would ever play for Wales again following crushing defeat by Denmark that saw them crash out of Euro 2020
26/06/21 18:18The 31-year-old forward said earlier this year he would reveal his plans for the future after the tournament, but flat-out refused to discuss it on Saturday after their 4-0 defeat.
PLAYER RATINGS: Dan James flew out the blocks but faded for Wales while skipper Simon Kjaer was Denmark's defensive rock as they sealed Euro 2020 quarter-final spot
26/06/21 18:18Wales crashed-out of Euro 2020 on Saturday, overwhelmed by a dominant Denmark side who made a statement with a 4-0 victory in Amsterdam.
Heartbreak for Wales as Christian Eriksen-inspired Danes smash FOUR past them to book Euro 2020 quarter-final spot with Kasper Dolberg netting brace before two late strikes and Harry Wilson red
26/06/21 14:00IAN HERBERT AT THE JOHAN CRYUFF ARENA: After an opening which gave hope Wales might just defy the odds, Denmark established a superiority which left Wales chasing shadows.
The 6ft 5in Cardiff striker who's become a national hero, the midfield enforcer who played only 11 games for Luton last season... and the boss drafted in at the last minute: Wales' unsung heroes supporting Gareth Bale and Co in their Euro 2020 run
26/06/21 08:01The immediate thoughts are of Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey when somebody talks about the Wales national team. But what about the unsung heroes who make things click into place?
Danny Ward will be eager to show he is more than just Kasper Schmeichel's understudy as he prepares to face his Leicester team-mate in Wales' last-16 clash with Denmark... the keeper has the perfect chance to shine amid interest from Wolves
25/06/21 19:00Ward only played Wales' first group game against Slovakia on their route to the semi-finals five years ago, but he has starred in all three of his country's Group A fixtures this summer.
Gareth Bale says he 'won't be playing as if it's my last game for Wales' in Euro 2020 clash with Denmark amid rumours the Real Madrid star will retire this summer as he sets sights on getting through to the quarter-finals
25/06/21 15:01Wales finished second in Group A behind Italy and finished above Switzerland on goal difference but will be regarded as the underdogs against the Danes at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
Euro 2020 odyssey goes on for Switzerland as they surpass 7,000 air miles ahead of their last-16 clash and Wales are not far behind them... with England the ONLY team left who haven't boarded a plane yet ahead of a fourth straight Wembley game
25/06/21 13:53Travel-weary Switzerland will have covered some 7,245 miles by the time they touch down in Bucharest for Monday's last-16 meeting with France.
Benfica 'begin talks with Liverpool over signing Harry Wilson'... but Reds are 'holding out for £13m for the Welsh winger' and expect Portuguese giants to return with an improved bid
25/06/21 12:39It remains to be seen whether he will return to Anfield next season and be a part of Jurgen Klopp's plans, but the 24-year-old will have options even if his future is not at Liverpool.
Mancini's swagger, Denmark doing it for Eriksen and Modric's masterclass... Sportsmail's experts take their pick of the best GOAL, MOMENT AND GAME from the Euro 2020 group stages
24/06/21 21:31The Euro 2020 group phase has been a memorable one, with gripping drama in every four-nation pool as we narrowed down to 16 teams.
It's the amazing pogoing striker! Wales No 9 Kieffer Moore pulled off an unusual trick against Italy after being told to jump WITHOUT using his arms to avoid getting a booking... now he wants to surprise the Danes
24/06/21 21:31INTERVIEW BY IAN HERBERT: As if Kieffer Moore has not faced enough challenges in football - he was in non-League four years ago - he found himself being asked to pogo jump
CHRIS SUTTON'S GUIDE TO THE EURO 2020 LAST 16: Why England and Germany could go to penalties, how a resurgent Denmark could prove too hot to handle for Wales - and how holders Portugal could tumble out
24/06/21 21:30With eight ties to be played across four days starting from Saturday, Sportsmail's CHRIS SUTTON assesses each tie and who he thinks will progress to the quarter-finals.
The COMPLETE Euro 2020 fixture and results guide: Television schedule for the semi-finals, kick-off times and updated scores
24/06/21 13:02Just like that, the semi-finals are over, and those left in the competition can see glory on the horizon. Sportsmail takes you through the complete fixture list, TV schedule and updated results.
Euro 2020 race for the Golden Boot: Cristiano Ronaldo currently leads the way while Switzerland's Steven Zuber has the most assists so far - but Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling have time to catch up
24/06/21 09:00The battle for the Euro 2020 Golden Boot continues as the knockout stages arrive. Sportsmail will keep you up-to-date with the goals and assists standings as each game comes.
Daniel James admits to feeling 'gutted' that Wales won't play in front of their own fans during Euro 2020 last-16 clash with Denmark in Amsterdam... but winger insists the situation won't 'faze' his team-mates
24/06/21 08:00Robert Page's team qualified in second in Group A, sealing them a trip to Amsterdam for the first knockout round, but their supporters will not be able to cheer them on inside the ground.
Can England get past Germany? Will Wales manage to beat popular Denmark? And can anybody stop France and Italy this summer? Your guide to Euro 2020 last-16 as group stage ends
23/06/21 21:07And that's that - the Euro 2020 group stages are over and now it's time for the business end. Sportsmail analyses the eight ties that will greet us when the knockout games start on Saturday...
BBC pip ITV to show BOTH England and Wales' last-16 fixtures at Euro 2020... with broadcaster announcing the two knockout matches will be screened live on BBC One and iPlayer
23/06/21 14:45The Three Lions will return to action on June 29 at Wembley, with kick-off at 5pm, against an opponent which will be revealed tonight - while Wales take on Denmark this Saturday.
Denmark fans set to receive EXTRA tickets from Wales' allocation for last-16 clash at Euro 2020... with Danes allowed to travel to Amsterdam (if they spend less than 12 hours in Dutch capital) while Welsh remain banned due to Covid travel restrictions
23/06/21 13:23Denmark fans have been told they can travel to Amsterdam to watch Saturday's Euro 2020 round of 16 tie, which Wales supporters are banned from due to Covid travel restrictions.
Wolves' hopes of signing in-form goalkeeper Danny Ward from Leicester handed a boost with Wales coach Tony Roberts set to move to Molineux after Euro 2020
23/06/21 10:03JOE BERNSTEIN: Roberts has worked closely with Ward to help Wales reach the last-16 where they will face Denmark on Saturday. Wolves have targeted Ward, who has impressed this month.
Ben Davies reveals Christian Eriksen has warned Wales they will be in for a 'TOUGH one' against Denmark in the last 16 of the Euros... having caught up with his ex-Tottenham team-mate following his 'horrific' cardiac arrest
22/06/21 13:10Christian Eriksen has watched on while his Denmark team-mates continued their Euro 2020 journey, and would have been thrilled following their progression to the last-16 after the win over Russia.
Denmark fans are given the green light to travel to Amsterdam (but only if they spend less than 12 hours in the Dutch capital!) as Wales supporters remain banned from last-16 clash at Euro 2020
22/06/21 11:52Denmark's Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Citizen Service, has said Danish fans can attend Saturday's Euro 2020 round of 16 tie and avoid quarantine if they entered and left the country within 12 hours.
Italy's former Prime Minister slams the six players, including Chelsea star Jorginho and PSG's Marco Verratti, who failed to take the knee before Euro 2020 clash with Wales and admits it was 'not a good image' for Roberto Mancini's men
22/06/21 10:35Five of the players who started the 1-0 victory - Federico Bernardeschi, Emerson Palmieri, Rafael Toloi, Andrea Belotti and Matteo Pessina - observed the gesture along with the Wales side.
How Denmark honoured Christian Eriksen in emotional win over Russia: Manager Kasper Hjulmand wore special bracelet in tribute, their prince donned a No 10 shirt... and team-mates had a text from the star congratulating them in the dressing room
22/06/21 08:45The Denmark midfielder collapsed during his side's defeat by Finland in their opening match of Euro 2020 and required 13 minutes of CPR on the pitch in Copenhagen.
He can't get a game for his club, but after several superb performances at Euro 2020 is Danny Ward of Wales and Leicester the Cream of the Keepers?
21/06/21 21:30'That's something instilled in me. People are going to have opinions and there's nothing which epitomises that more than football. You've just got to keep believing in your own ability.'
Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal could be in trouble while Spain look to avoid a shock early exit: Permutations explained for the final Euro 2020 groups as knock-out rounds near
21/06/21 12:52The Euro 2020 group stages are now coming to an end, with the last set of matches to be played on Wednesday. But who could each team play in the last-16? And who's at risk of going out?
Robert Page heaps praise on his Wales players for overcoming logistical 'NIGHTMARE' of having to travel from Baku to Rome for final group game after they booked last-16 spot at Euro 2020 despite Italy defeat
21/06/21 12:12Wales are among the nations that have travelled the most miles at Euro 2020, having played their opening two games in Baku before moving on to Rome. As a result Page has praised his players.
Wales boss Rob Page admits his side's defeat by Italy 'feels like a WIN' after they survived a second-half onslaught despite playing with 10 men to seal progression into Euro 2020 last-16
20/06/21 20:56Wales interim manager Rob Page declared that Wales' narrow defeat by Italy felt like a win, after it saw see the nation qualify for the knock-out stages of a second consecutive European Championship.
PLAYER RATINGS: Marco Verratti was Italy's architect as he helped carve Wales open in Rome, while Ethan Ampadu endured a tough day at the office which was capped off by an early bath
20/06/21 19:24Roberto Mancini's side failed to concede a goal once again and ensured they top Group A after a routine victory, although Wales have still made it through to the knockouts despite their slim defeat.
Italy boss Roberto Mancini insists every player has 'bought into his product' and 'showed they're starters' after making EIGHT changes in Wales victory - as he lavishes praise on his side's mentality for pushing for the win to qualify with a perfect record
20/06/21 19:14'The guys are very clever and they wanted to win every game, they have a good mentality,' said Mancini after Matteo Pessina's 39th minute goal secured the Azzurri a third straight win.
Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey hail Wales' resilience after qualifying for last 16 of Euro 2020 despite narrow defeat by Italy - as star duo insist 'you can never question our character' after playing 35 minutes with 10 men
20/06/21 19:03Wales lost 1-0 to Italy in their final Group A match, having been down to 10 men for much of the second half after Ethan Ampadu's red card but they still finished second in the group to qualify.
'If that's a red card then football has gone. Shocking decision': Fans blast referee Ovidiu Hategan on social media after he harshly sends off Ethan Ampadu for a late challenge on Federico Bernardeschi during Wales' Euro 2020 defeat by Italy
20/06/21 17:53The 20-year-old was shown a straight red card for a late challenge on Federico Bernardeschi, as Wales' task went from extremely difficult to almost impossible.
Wales QUALIFY for Euro 2020 knockout stages despite 1-0 defeat by Italy in Rome, with Matteo Pessina scoring the only goal of the game before Ethan Ampadu was harshly sent off
20/06/21 14:00IAN HERBERT: The narrow defeat sends Page's side to a knock-out game in the last-16 against Russia, Finland or Denmark in Amsterdam on Saturday.
Xherdan Shaqiri double is not enough to see Switzerland leapfrog Wales into second place, but they should still qualify for last-16 after convincing 3-1 victory over hopeless Turkey
20/06/21 14:00Turkey exit the competition after a third straight defeat while the Swiss hope to progress to the last 16 as one of the best third-placed teams after finishing behind Wales on goal difference.
'I never knew Stoke were that good': Gareth Bale hits back at Roberto Mancini after Italy boss compared Wales to the Championship side because they are 'physical'
20/06/21 09:33Mancini knows Stoke well from his time as Manchester City manager, and he compared them to Wales ahead of the game on Sunday. Those claims have been dismissed by Gareth Bale.
Joe Allen hails 'incredible' Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey and claims 'world-class' Wales team-mates 'answered the critics in special fashion' by delivering vital Euro 2020 victory over Turkey
19/06/21 11:01Joe Allen believes Wales pair Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey have proved the critics wrong in 'special fashion' at Euro 2020. Bale and Ramsey shone as Wales beat Turkey 2-0 on Wednesday.
Forget the GOAT, it's all about the WASP (Worst At Scoring Pens)! In just the second week of Euro 2020, there are already a few corkers on the shortlist - with Gareth Bale's miss better suited for the golf course
18/06/21 21:32A SIDEWAYS GLANCE AT THE EUROS - DANIEL MATTHEWS: Four of the six spot-kicks at Euro 2020 have been missed or saved. That's the same number as during the whole of Euro 2016.
Wales fans WILL be able to attend final Euro 2020 group clash against Italy in Rome after Italian government delay implementing a five-day quarantine for British travellers until Monday
18/06/21 15:15Hundreds of Wales supporters remain set to head out to Rome for the nation's final group game of Euro 2020 against Italy on Sunday at the Stadio Olimpico.
All-action hero Aaron Ramsey is the spark that ignites Wales... Gareth Bale is brilliant but it was no surprise to see 'Rambo' inspiring his nation to their crucial Euro 2020 win overTurkey
17/06/21 21:30IAN HERBERT IN BAKU: It should have been no surprise that Aaron Ramsey was the one who stepped into the broiling 80°F heat and put in a monumental effort that left his face sweat-streaked.
Gareth Bale heaps praise on the hundreds of noisy Wales fans who made it to Baku, insisting they 'got the adrenaline going' to drive side to crucial 2-0 win at Euro 2020... despite being outnumbered by THOUSANDS of expectant Turkey supporters
16/06/21 18:58IAN HERBERT IN BAKU: Wales' four points should be enough, even though they have a tough final match against Italy in Rome and Bale was quick to point to the role of fans.
'We're not little Wales, we're a nation to be feared': Proud Mark Hughes talks up his country's chances after sublime 2-0 win over Turkey in Baku and heaps praise on 'world class' Gareth Bale
16/06/21 18:57Former Wales manager Mark Hughes could not hide his pride after a stunning 2-0 win over Turkey placed his nation on the brink of the knockout rounds of Euro 2020.
PLAYER RATINGS: Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale shine for Wales - despite THAT penalty miss - as the big guns step up to deliver a famous victory in Baku... but it's a night to forget for Turkey's Burak Yilmaz
16/06/21 18:19Aaron Ramsey slotted home shortly before half-time for Wales and Connor Roberts made the game safe in stoppage time after a moment of magic from Gareth Bale.
'Real Madrid to Juventus - Wales one up! Never mind the chances he's missed, who cares about them now?': Robbie Savage goes mad for Aaron Ramsey opener against Turkey after brilliant link up with Gareth Bale
16/06/21 17:34Robbie Savage captured the emotions of Welsh fans everywhere as Aaron Ramsey broke the deadlock against Turkey. He said: 'Never mind the ones he missed, who cares about them now!'
'Is this feed being beamed in from 1970?': Fans fume over BBC's technical difficulties during Euro 2020 clash between Wales and Turkey as pictures go blank and sound cuts out
16/06/21 17:23Dozens of fans took to social media to call out the BBC after several technical difficulties saw the screen go blank during Wales' fixture with Turkey on Wednesday night.
Turkey 0-2 Wales: Last-16 spot at Euros all but sealed by Aaron Ramsey and Connor Roberts goals as Gareth Bale puts in spellbinding performance in Baku... despite blazing a penalty over the bar
16/06/21 13:29IAN HERBERT IN BAKU: It was the spirit of 2016 that Wales discovered. Ramsey's goal, on a night of nail-biting tension, was pivotal before Connor Roberts scored again at the death.
Team of Euro 2020's first round: Cristiano Ronaldo rewrote history again, Kalvin Phillips starred in England's midfield and Simon Kjaer is a hero to EVERYONE... here's the stars of the group stage so far
16/06/21 12:19Not too many games have offered major drama - Holland vs Ukraine being an honourable exception - but the likes of France, Portugal, Belgium, Italy and England have shown their class.
Players and coaches from every nation at Euro 2020 including Gareth Bale, Kieran Trippier and Andrew Robertson wish Christian Eriksen good luck in touching video as the Danish star continues his recovery from cardiac arrest in hospital
16/06/21 11:52The Danish star is recovering in hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest and collapsing on the pitch during their opening match against Finland in Copenhagen on Saturday night.
Mark Hughes says 'emotionally charged' Wales will have more energy against Turkey and insists the bigger crowd in Baku will help them raise their game as they look to cement qualification from Euro 2020 group
16/06/21 11:03Robert Page's side will be looking to get three points before a tough final match against Italy on Sunday after drawing their opening Euro 2020 Group A fixture with Switzerland.
Welcome to hell! Baku has become a small corner of Turkey ahead of Euro 2020 showdown against Wales... in front of a rabid atmosphere of 29,000 fans, the onus is on Dan James, Kieffer Moore and Joe Rodon to win the three key battles in bid to reign supreme
15/06/21 21:42IAN HERBERT IN BAKU: The red flags with the white star and crescent adorn windows in every street and have even been draped across the entrance to the Wales training base.
Ryan Giggs pictured having girlfriend's car washed in Cheshire as absent Wales manager follows his side at Euro 2020 from afar amid court case after he was accused of headbutting and controlling ex-girlfriend
15/06/21 17:23Wales manager Ryan Giggs was pictured having his girlfriend's Range Rover washed and valeted in Cheshire on Tuesday afternoon. He is watching Euro 2020 from afar.
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Pep Guardiola lingers for a sweet moment with daughter Maria on the Wembley pitch as he weighs up whether to QUIT Manchester City despite Carabao Cup final success
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'World's sexiest footballer' reveals the huge falsehood that almost drove her out of the sport
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Brentford players 'are left bloodied after rescuing man from alleged racist attack' on way home from Leeds draw
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Trent Alexander-Arnold is dropped by Real Madrid for derby clash due to LATENESS - as defender is punished for ill-discipline after England snub
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American tennis star accuses French player of sliding into her DMs to flirt as he issues furious denial
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Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson, 24, claims her first-ever world indoor title - as Brit storms to 800m gold in a new world championship record time
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Sack-threatened Tottenham manager Igor Tudor misses his post-match interviews due to 'family bereavement' after 3-0 defeat by Nottingham Forest sounded relegation alarm
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The £15MILLION Instagram story: Cristiano Ronaldo and fiancée Georgina Rodriguez show off their extravagant wealth in one photo while escaping missile strikes in Saudi
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Bizarre moment UFC boss Dana White needs interpreter to translate ENGLISH question: 'I'm really screwed'
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Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton fuel romance rumors as they enjoy stroll in Tokyo alongside stunned fans
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Premier League game is HALTED over racist abuse for the first time as black Sunderland star Lutsharel Geertruida reports Newcastle crowd to referee
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Health update released on female cyclist who was rushed to hospital with five broken ribs after falling headfirst over a roadside barrier in brutal pile-up crash
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Sunderland fans spotted holding their heads after being struck by bottles thrown by Newcastle fans as supporters clash ahead of derby day
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Former England captain John Terry appears to back calls to ban the burqa on Instagram post about Bengali signage at a London Underground station
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Mick McCarthy calls Roy Keane a 'c***' and Steve Coogan's new movie about their Ireland World Cup feud a 'heap of s***' in rage over how he was portrayed
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Inside the tumultuous coaching career of Katie Price's ex Dwight Yorke: Man United legend walked out on 'pub team' Australian club in shocking fallout and quit his home nation over salary row
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Kevin Durant passes Michael Jordan and LeBron James breaks another major record on historic night in NBA
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Andy Carroll enjoys dream start to managerial career with KSI watching on - as former Liverpool star leads Dagenham & Redbridge to victory in first game in charge
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Liverpool launch complaint to Elon Musk's X social media platform after AI chatbot Grok posted despicable tweets about club and their fans: INSIDE SPORT
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EXCLUSIVEEngland legend Emile Heskey caught up in £15m 'fraudulent' deal for top football club in Cyprus - years after he was declared bankrupt
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EXCLUSIVE'It's the feeling of winning... you can't replace it': Racing legend RACHAEL BLACKMORE on Cheltenham glory, adjusting to retirement... and going off chocolate!
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Lando Norris fears F1's dangerous new engine rules could lead to a 'big accident' - as Max Verstappen makes another hint he could quit the sport unless 'there is some action' taken
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Caroline Wozniacki shows off her toned body in incredible yacht holiday photos - with former world No 1 looking set to retire AGAIN at 35
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Chelsea and Germany legend Michael Ballack breaks down as he opens up on the 'unimaginable' death of his 18-year-old son for the first time
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Patrice Evra fumes at Man United's trio of pundits trying to 'kill' Michael Carrick's career: Frenchman brutally calls out Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Paul Scholes
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Lindsey Vonn reveals incredible update on her Winter Olympics crash recovery as she rises from wheelchair to work out less than a month after she almost had her leg amputated
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Jamie O'Hara WALKS OFF his radio show set as Tottenham fans are relentlessly mocked while plunging towards Premier League relegation with a string of memes and jokes
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Youssef Chermiti scores stunning overhead kick to give Rangers perfect start in Old Firm derby
Wrote himself into Old Firm folklore
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Former England star Jonny Bairstow appeals to Sir Keir Starmer for help after being stranded in Middle East amid Iran drones and missiles
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Ruben Loftus-Cheek shares gruesome picture after losing several teeth and suffering broken jaw - as England star breaks silence on injury
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Jack Wilshere is DRAGGED away by his Luton players as angry ex-Arsenal star confronts Hatters fans after they chant his side are 'embarrassing' after dropping points in promotion race
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Team GB heartbreak as Winter Olympic curling gold slips away in devastating echo of Beijing 2022 as Bruce Mouat and Co fall to cunning Canadians
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Tiger Woods hints he could RETURN at the Masters as golf legend, 50, recovers from seventh back surgery
