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Aaron Ramsey Needs Mood-Lifter, Says Cardiff City Boss Erol Bulut
Erol Bulut plans to help raise the morale of Aaron Ramsey by focusing his captain on immediate club matter for Cardiff City. The Bluebirds boss admitted Ramsey’s mood took a hit when Wales failed to make the Euro 2024 finals this week after heart-breaking defeat to Poland on penalties. Bulut has admitted he was surprised Ramsey wasn’t brought on by Wales manager Rob Page late in extra time in order to take a penalty.
Wales Will Face Red Roses Tended By England Captain Jamie George
Wales will face a Red Roses team boosted by input from England men's captain Jamie George in Bristol on Saturday. George has been helping prepare Wales’ opponents for their Women’s Six Nations meeting after volunteering his services to Red Roses head coach John Mitchell.
Wrexham Now Owe £9m To Owners Despite Promotion To Football League
Wrexham’s dependence on their American owners has been laid bare after it was revealed the club now owe nearly £9 million to Hollywood pair Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. The club lost £5 million in the year of their promotion to League Two last season.
On The Rise . . . Cardiff Dragons Bid To Go Fourth In Netball Super League
Cardiff Dragons captain Nia Jones has praised the impact of Australian coach Jill McIntosh as they bid to climb into the top four of Netball’s Super League this weekend. Jones, the Wales skipper, believes McIntosh has transformed the Dragons since her arrival 11 months ago.
New Boy Louis Rees-Zammit To Start At The Top By Joining Chiefs
Louis Rees-Zammit has signed for Super Bowl champions the Kansas City Chiefs, according to a report in the United States. Rees-Zammit is set to join the Chiefs’ practice squad, having impressed during his time on the NFL’s international player pathway.
Jess Fishlock Hailed As Welsh Icon As She Moves Towards 150-Cap Landmark
Jess Fishlock has been been hailed as a Welsh football icon as she closes in on becoming the first player from Wales to reach 150 caps. Fishlock will reach that landmark if she plays in both Wales’ upcoming Euro qualfiers against Croatia and Kosovo.
Jazz Joyce Insists Wales Can Uproot The Red Roses
Jazz Joyce knows Wales will go to Ashton Gate to face England in round two of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations as big underdogs, but claims that’s just the way they like it. Joyce and co. couldn’t have picked a tougher task than travelling to meet the reigning Grand Slam champions in their own back yard, especially when Wales are still licking their wounds after a first loss in 20 years on Welsh soil against Scotland.
Welsh Jockey Sean Bowen Will Chase All The Way To The Winning Post
Welsh jockey Sean Bowen is determined to take his quest to become champion jockey right to the final furlong - and hopes Ffos Las Racecourse plays a part. Bowen - who hails from Pembrokeshire - would love nothing better than to bag a few winners at Ffos Las on Easter Sunday, March 31.
Aaron Ramsey Faces Big Call Over His Wales Future
Aaron Ramsey will consider whether to continue his international career following Wales' failed bid to reach Euro 2024. Skipper Ramsey remained on the bench for the entire 120 minutes on Tuesday as Wales' attempt to qualify for this summer's tournament in Germany ended in a penalty shoot-out defeat to Poland in Cardiff.
Wales Come Out And Back Rob Page To Stay In Charge Despite Euro Failure
Wales have given their backing to Rob Page to remain as their manager despite the failure to qualify for Euro 2024. Page’s men agonisingly missed out on a place in Germany this summer as Poland won a play-off final 5-4 on penalties at Cardiff City Stadium following a goalless 120 minutes on Tuesday night. The defeat left question marks over Page’s future, but those not according to Football Association of Wales president Steve Williams.
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Gareth Thomas Insists The Foot Shooting Is Over And Wales Will Go All Guns Blazing Against England
Gareth Thomas insists Wales will go at England with “all guns blazing” on Saturday despite shooting themselves in the foot in an extraordinary build-up to their Six nations clash. The Ospreys prop admits he has never been involved in preparation as badly focused as the lead in to what is... Read More
Wales' Autumn Verdict: Hmmm . . . Yeah, Okay, But What About Some Forwards Who Can Hurt People?
Wales ended their autumn campaign with a respectable 50 per cent success rate, but you’d be foolish to think Wayne Pivac’s side are in a good place going into the Six Nations as defending champions. To be blunt, Wales are miles off the standard required to win the Championship for... Read More
All Blacks Star Ben Franks: I Can Make Samson Strong Again For Wales
Welsh rugby finally returns next weekend when the four regions resume action in the Guinness Pro 14. The Scarlets face the Cardiff Blues and the Ospreys host the Dragons, with some familiar faces on show. But for Scarlets' new scrum coach Ben Franks, this will be a new experience with... Read More
Wayne Pivac Seeks Second Opinion On Wales' Frail Scrum Ahead Of Ireland Test
Wales have been consulting with World Rugby referee chief Alain Rolland over their scrum issues ahead of their trip to Dublin this weekend. New head coach Wayne Pivac saw his scrum concede three penalties to the Italians last weekend and knows that he cannot afford to let the Ireland pack... Read More
Wales Strip Back Their Scrum And Tomas Francis Says It's Now In Working Order
Tomas Francis has revealed Wales are going to go back to basics to solve their scrum problems at the World Cup. The Exeter Chiefs tight-head prop has been part of a Wales pack that creaked and wobbled at times during their warm-up matches for the tournament. Francis was at the... Read More
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Wales U20 Boss Byron Hayward Insists Welsh Rugby Turmoil Can Bring Opportunity For Next Generation