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Wales Have A Friday Night Problem . . . He’s Called Antoine Dupont
As if things were not tough enough for Wales on Friday night – French crowd, the return of Romain Ntamack, and, of course, the irresistible will of Antoine Dupont – comes news of a new opponent. Dupont – widely regarded as the best rugby player in the world, and by many as the best of all-time – is now fueled, not just by the Euros paid to him by Toulouse, but also by bitcoin.
Never Mind Dry January, It’s A True Blue Month For Swansea City
Blue Monday is supposedly the saddest day of the year, but not if you are a Swansea City fan. For them it’s not just the third Monday each January - when Christmas bills hit the doormat and the weather is still grim - that brings on the gloom.
Warren Gatland Insists Wales Have Aces Up Their Sleeve To Draw Against France
Warren Gatland insists Wales have some surprises up their sleeve – enough to thwart France when the Six Nations starts in Paris on Friday night. Without a Test victory in 14 months and on the back of a 12-match losing streak, Wales are enormous underdogs for their trip to the Stade de France.
Matt Grimes Says Goodbye To Swansea City As January Crisis Repeats Again
Swansea City captain Matt Grimes is reportedly due to have a medical at Coventry City on Thursday, with a view to completing a move suggested to be worth £3m to £4m. The switch will be a huge blow to Swans supporters and further evidence the January transfer window is like kryptonite to the club every year – draining their strength and self-belief.
Taulupe Faletau Wales Comeback Is Only On Hold, Insists Warren Gatland
Taulupe Faletau is close to fitness, Wales coach Warren Gatland has insisted, even though the No.8 will not play against France on Friday night. Faletau had been earmarked for a dramatic comeback in the Six Nations opener in Paris, but a knee injury has denied Gatland of arguably his one proven world class forward. But Gatland has suggested Faletau - who has not played for Wales since the win over Georgia at the World Cup 16 months ago - could make his return against Italy in round two of the tournament.
Phil Parkinson Tells Wrexham Players: You Weren’t Up For The Fight
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson accused his team of lacking “fight and determination” in their 3-2 defeat at home to Stevenage. The hosts had gone 22 matches unbeaten on their own turf before this encounter, with their previous loss dating back to March against Tranmere.
Big Ben To Strike At 10 For Wales in Six Nations Opener
Ben Thomas is in line to be handed the key role of Paris playmaker when Wales begin their Six Nations campaign against France on Friday night. The Cardiff star – whose regular club position is at centre – is poised to be named at outside-half for the tournament opener.
Into The Light. . . How Adam Harcombe Has Left The Dark Days Behind Thanks To Athletics
Adam Harcombe says taking up athletics helped him out of the dark he was lost in after sustaining life-changing injuries in a savage and unprovoked attack. The former Ystrad Rhondda rugby player suffered catastrophic brain injuries and was left unable to walk.
Liam Williams Targets 100 Wales Caps . . . And A Shock Six Nations Victory In Paris
They may be queuing up to take his place, but Liam Williams has a message for all the Welsh full back wannabees – ‘I’m not ready to give up my shirt’. The 34-year-old Saracens star is on a mission to reach 100 caps for this country and to carry on being Warren Gatland’s No.1 bomb diffuser at the back. He missed the 2024 Six Nations while he was away playing in Japan but returned to tour Australia in the summer.
Omer Riza Predicts A Rising Tide At Cardiff City After Sivert Mannsverk Deal
Cardiff City boss Omer Riza believes new loan signing Sivert Mannsverk will provoke a rise in standards among his squad. Norwegian midfielder Mannsverk, 22, has become Cardiff’s second capture of the January transfer window after moving from Ajax. The move is a chance for the Norway U21 international to gain some much-needed game time after an injury-plagued first half of the season.
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Coleman's Call To Arms: Wales Have Nothing To Fear
Chris Coleman says Wales have nothing to fear... Read More
Coleman Insists There Will Be No Dublin Factor For Wales
Chris Coleman insists namesake Seamus Coleman’s controversial broken leg will have no impact on Wales’ final and decisive World Cup qualifier with the Republic of Ireland on Monday night. The Everton right-back will miss the game at Cardiff City Stadium as he continues his recovery from the injury he suffered... Read More
A Red Card For Gareth Bale May Have Prevented Seamus Coleman Injury, Says Martin O'Neill
Martin O’Neill has claimed Seamus Coleman’s broken leg may not have happened if Gareth Bale had been sent off moments earlier in Wales’ World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland. As the accusations and recriminations continue following last Friday’s clash in Dublin, the Ireland manager has suggested a Bale... Read More
Gareth Bale Told He Was Lucky Not To Injure John O'Shea Who Needed Stitches After Tackle
John O’Shea believes he was fortunate not to suffer the same fate as Seamus Coleman after finding himself on the wrong end of a Gareth Bale challenge. Seconds before Republic of Ireland skipper Coleman was left with a double leg fracture during Friday night’s 0-0 World Cup qualifier draw with... Read More
Gone In 60 Seconds: Wales Lose Bale And Taylor For Serbia Clash
Chris Coleman insists Wales will find a way to get a result in Serbia after a minute of madness against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin. The Dragons will be without talisman Gareth Bale and Neil Taylor for the trip to Belgrade as they face an uphill task qualifying... Read More
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