Wales vs. Switzerland - June 12, 2021

The FAW is pleased to announce the appointment of eight new representatives to its Council 🤝 This marks another significant milestone in the delivery of the Together Stronger for the Future governance reforms 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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The Football Association of Wales is pleased to confirm Arena Projects as the Official Title Partner of the FAW Youth Cup 🤝🏆

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The FAW wishes to congratulate Ken Wright for earning a Guinness World Record as the longest-serving football referee in history 👏

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𝙁𝘾 𝙇𝙪𝙯𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝟏𝟐𝟓𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙆𝙞𝙩 𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 FC Luzern and Erreà have officially launched a special 125th anniversary kit as part of the Swiss club's jubilee celebrations for the 26-27 season. Founded in 1901, the Lucerne-based side is marking 125

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BBC to broadcast Welsh league as free-to-air deal reachedBBC Cymru Wales will show a minimum of 20 games from the top Welsh division

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West Ham and Wolves in four-way scramble for £10m Wales star as club 'desperate'West Ham have joined Wolves, Middlesbrough and Burnley in the race for Wales star Jordan James, with Rennes demanding around £10m

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Wales star set for Everton transfer as stunning swap deal emergesWales star Brennan Johnson could be on the move again as Everton and Crystal Palace explore a stunning swap deal involving Dwight McNeil

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Welsh billionaire David Sullivan defies warning and turns up at West Ham gameThe 77-year-old was advised to stay away from West Ham's home matches this season, following serious allegations earlier this year

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New Wales football kit slammed as 'worst we've ever had' as fans don't hold backThe new kit will be worn by both the men's and women's national teams for the next two years

Wales release first kit made by SUDU after leaving Adidas in 'landmark moment'Wales have unveiled their first home kit by SUDU after ending their long-standing Adidas partnership, with the design inspired by Welsh tapestry and heritage

Bale told he's better than Rooney and doesn't get credit because he's WelshEXCLUSIVE: Former Wales international Jonny Williams has heaped praise on Gareth Bale and believes he is the greatest British footballer in all-time in a wide-ranging interview

Wales and Swansea City player Ben Cabango disqualified from drivingSwansea City captain Ben Cabango has been banned from driving for six months

Swansea City set to sell Wales winger to Belgian side in seven-figure dealThe 22-year-old is poised to become the latest player to leave Swansea

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UEFA Loses Confidence in FIFAEuropean heads to review Infantino's failed plan claiming 'no option should be off the table'

Welsh football club jumps into the unknown as historic day arrivesExcitement has built and everyone at the club hopes the town of Ammanford will enjoy the ride

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UEFA to Boycott World CupConcacaf joins European nations in rejecting FIFA's proposal

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UEFA release damning statement as Wales and 54 nations to boycott World CupGianni Infantino's controversial proposals have resulted in UEFA deciding to boycott all FIFA competitions

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Wrexham dig at Liverpool leaves Welsh club red faced ahead of New York friendlyWrexham have enjoyed a close to faultless pre-season so far, but there has been a misstep ahead of their friendly against Liverpool

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UEFA Must Show Backbone 😤Reports on FIFA's move to sell World Cup stakes is too big to ignore 📲 (Guardian)

Top World Cup Flops 😬Ronaldo leads our team of most disappointing players 📲

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Official World Cup Best XI 💎Cubarsí surprisingly left out of FIFA Team of Tournament 📲

World Cup Stocks Up/Down 🤔Tough times for Pulisic. Risers and fallers after tournament 📲

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Who are the risers and fallers in our final standings? 📲

World Cup Story So Far 🥹

The Beautiful Game on the world's biggest stage. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered forever.

World Cup Closing PerformersLooking ahead to how MetLife sees out tournament 📲

World Cup Closing CeremonyAll details including start time, live stream and rumors 📲

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Prince of Wales explains why he supports England over WalesDespite being the Prince of Wales, the royal has consistently given his backing to the England football team and previously received criticism for it

🌟 The Champions Chat 🌟

Stars of the World Cup reflect on a wild tournament 🎥

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Updated World Cup Rankings 📊Argentina and Spain in the final, but who comes out on top? 📲

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Welsh Falklands War hero saddened by Argentina stunt as FIFA urged to actThe World Cup finalists have been criticised for their post-match celebrations after beating England 2-1

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Will the England World Cup bank holiday also be in Wales and Scotland?If England win the World Cup, would Wales and Scotland also get a bank holiday? Here's what the rules say and what could happen next.

Rio Ferdinand wanted Wales legend removed from BBC studio after World Cup claimEx-Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand made his thoughts clear live on air

Keir Starmer urges Wales to support England before likely World Cup Bank HolidaySir Keir Starmer has urged fans in Wales and Scotland to back England against Argentina as the Three Lions bid to reach the World Cup final

Man Utd announce signing of Wales star as Leeds United make important pointThe Welshman has signed a two-year deal at Old Trafford

People in Wales set to get extra bank holiday next week if England win World CupAn announcement is expected in days as the Three Lions face Argentina in the semi-finals in bid to win the World Cup for the first time in 60 years

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Manzambi Snubs Newcastle 👀20-year-old Swiss midfielder prefers move to Aston Villa (The Athletic)

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Four teams remain. All 48 nations ranked ahead of semifinals 📲

World Cup 2026: England set up Argentina semi-final, Norway and Switzerland fume – liveRolling report: Reaction and buildup with our team of writers as the road to the final nears its end

Switzerland hit out at VAR after ‘mistaken identity’ check ends in Breel Embolo red cardThe Swiss attacker was shown a second yellow card for simulation after the referee reviewed a challenge before Argentina broke the deadlock in extra time

Julián Álvarez’s extra-time stunner sinks 10-man Switzerland to send Argentina into semi-finalsJulián Álvarez broke Switzerland’s resistance in extra time before Lautaro Martínez sealed Argentina’s 3-1 World Cup quarter-final victory

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 31 🍿Argentina back in the semifinals, will face England. Tap for ALL the highlights 📲

Messi, Argentina Back in Semifinals 😤Winner in extra time from Alvarez sends defending champions through to last four 📲

ALVAREZ GOLAZO FOR 2-1 🇦🇷

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Julián BANGER Alvarez 💥 (via @FOXSports)

Huge Moment as Embolo Sent Off 🟥

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After a VAR review, Embolo is sent off with his second yellow for simulation 🟥

Ndoye Ties Game for Switzerland 🇨🇭

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NDOYE STUNS ARGENTINA 👀

Mac Allister for 1-0 🇦🇷

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ARGENTINA TAKES THE EARLY LEAD 🇦🇷 Alexis Mac Allister heads it home off the Messi corner!

Argentina v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 quarter-final – liveMinute-by-minute updates: Join Ella Brockway for updates as Lionel Messi and Co look to reach the semi-finals and prevent an all-European final four

World Cup QFs Predictions 🔮Six teams left and all to play for 📲

World Cup Odds, Predictions for Saturday 🔥Norway-England and Argentina-Switzerland last doubleheader of tournament 📲

Argentina continue to show ‘heart’ but flaws are apparent before Switzerland clashClose calls against Cape Verde and Egypt have shown Lionel Scaloni’s men are vulnerable, despite all the brilliance of Lionel Messi

Man Utd and Newcastle fight to sign Wales star as Nottingham Forest make offerThe full-back has seemingly caught the eye several Premier League clubs

Man United set to sign Wales star immediately as he walks away from Leeds UnitedThe Wales international's contract at Elland Road has expired and he is now set for the biggest move of his career

World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up after hectic Round of 16 📲

World Cup 2026 Odds, Bracket Picks and TV Schedule for Remainder of Tournament

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Why European Teams Doing Well?Six of eight quarterfinalists at World Cup are from Europe 📲

World Cup 2026: Egypt fury after Argentina win thriller, Switzerland triumph in shootout – liveJoin our writers for the latest from the tournament as we begin the countdown towards the quarter-finals

World Cup R16 Winners/Losers ✍️✨ Messi, Jude, Haaland star 📉 Hosts down bad 📲 Full takes in app

Switzerland knock out Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finalsAfter a goalless draw with Colombia, Switzerland won a penalty shootout 4-3 with Ruben Vargas converting the winning spot-kick to set up a match against Argentina

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 27 ⚡️Colombia loses on pens to Switzerland. Highlights 📲

Switzerland KO Colombia on Pens 🇨🇭They're through to face Argentina in the QFs 📲

SWITZERLAND WIN ON PENS

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🇨🇴 ✅❌✅❌✅ 🇨🇭 ✅✅❌✅✅ SWITZERLAND WINS IN PENS! RUBÉN VARGAS IS THE HERO!

Tuesday World Cup Picks 🔮Can Argentina and Colombia advance? 📲

Wales rugby international's son signs Swansea City deal and targets breakthroughThe 18-year-old has put pen to paper on his first professional contract

World Cup Power Rankings 📊How teams stack up before Round of 16 📲

The Round of 32 Was Wild 🫨

So many games, even more drama 🎥

World Cup Predictions 🔮Expert picks for a tasty Round of 16 📲

Welsh wonderkid with famous father set to make Man Utd transfer profiledA talented youngster is set to leave Swansea City this summer and complete a transfer to Manchester United

Manzambi dazzles as Switzerland cruise into last 16 with win over AlgeriaEmbolo’s early strike sets tone for Switzerland’s comfortable rollover of Algeria before Ndoye doubles lead 48 seconds into second half

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 22 🔥Switzerland cruises into next round with win. Highlights and build up 📲

Switzerland Eliminates Algeria With 2-0 Win 💪Embolo and Ndoye on the scoresheet for the Swiss. Recap 📲

Switzerland Doubles Lead 🇨🇭

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INSTANT GOAL 🇨🇭 Dan Ndoye scores to double Switzerland's advantage less than a minute into the 2nd half!

Switzerland Opens Scoring 💪

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SWITZERLAND TAKES THE LEAD 🇨🇭 Johan Manzambi speeds through the Algeria defense and Embolo finishes it!

Switzerland v Algeria: World Cup 2026 last 32 – liveMinute-by-minute report: Join Martin Pegan for updates from the last-32 clash in Vancouver

Pubs in Wales allowed to stay open all night for England World Cup matchPrime Minister Keir Starmer has stepped in and made the announcement for England and Wales

World Cup Thursday Predictions 🔮Calling how Spain, Portugal and Switzerland will do 📲

Preview: Switzerland vs. AlgeriaLooking ahead to Round of 32 clash 📲

World Cup 2026 Odds, Updated Predictions for Tuesday's Round of 32 Matches

Monday World Cup Predictions 🔮Picking how Germany, Brazil and Netherlands will all fare 📲

World Cup Power Rankings 📊Can anybody beat France? Listing the heavyweights 📲

World Cup Predictions 🔮Experts' take on how Round of 32 could go 📲

Craig Bellamy breaks cover to watch Wales team be destroyed 7-0The senior men's head coach had been in advanced talks with Burnley before the proposed move collapsed

That Was the Group Stage 🌎🏆

World Cup knockouts set up some SPICE 🎥

World Cup Knockout Stage OddsLooking ahead to next stage 📲

World Cup Group Winners/Losers 🎭🤩 Unreal Golden Boot race 💦 Hate for 'hydration breaks' 📲 Analysis of group stages

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Chelsea Agrees Xhaka Terms 😲Alonso 'pushing hard' to sign Sunderland midfielder (Sky Sport Germany)

Wales football boss breaks silence on Craig Bellamy exit collapse amid concernsFAW chief Noel Mooney insists Bellamy is fully committed to his role as Wales manager

Craig Bellamy's dramatic decision exposes true feelings of too many Wales fansPaul Abbandonto argues some of the criticism the Wales boss faces is unfair, but it is there in wake of Burnley farce and needs to be dealt with

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 14 ⚡Tap for EVERY goal and big moment from wild last round of group play 📲

Canada lose home advantage for last 32 after Switzerland win to take top spotSwitzerland topped Group B with a 2-1 win over Canada with both teams going through to the knockout stage

Super Canada Assist for 2-1 🔥

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SUPER SUB 🇨🇦 What a goal from Promise David right off the bench!

Canada Down Bad 😭

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Johan Manzambi powers it past the keeper to make it 2-0 Switzerland in Vancouver! 🇨🇭

Canada Rocked by Swiss Goal 😯

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SWITZERLAND OFF TO A FLYING START IN THE SECOND HALF 🇨🇭 Rubén Vargas scores less than a minute in after halftime!

Switzerland vs. Canada Lineups

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TEAM NEWS Switzerland XI: Gregor Kobel; Luca Jaquez, Ricardo Rodríguez, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji; Granit Xhaka, Remo Freuler, Djibril Sow; Johan Manzambi, Breel Embolo, Rubén Vargas Canada XI: Maxime Crépeau; Alistair Johnston, Richie Laryea, Derek Cornelius, Luc De

Why World Cup is a Goal Fest ⚽️Red-hot strikers, errors and smart subs 📲

World Cup's Second Week 😍

Goals galore in the thrilling second round of group games 🎥

Cardiff City confirm Roma match date as giants to play second Welsh friendlyThe two Welsh sides are set to take on Roma this summer

Bellamy on brink of quitting Wales as compensation package with Burnley agreedCraig Bellamy is set to take the reins at Turf Moor despite having two years to run on his Wales contract

Gabby Logan's son snubbed Wales and England despite pleas at grandad's funeralGabby Logan's rugby player son Reuben decided against representing Wales and England

Golden Boot Race CRAZY 🍿Messi out front. 23 players with 2+ goals. Tap for World Cup leaders 📲

Aaron Ramsey set for Wales reunion after being made favourite for manager's jobWales legend Aaron Ramsey ended his playing career earlier this year and is now ready for a move into the dugout

Craig Bellamy would be making a huge mistake if he quits Wales for BurnleyThe Wales boss surely believes there's more to come - so why trade it in for a potential relegation fight?

World Cup Visitors Supercut 🤣Now THIS is what makes the tournament so special 🎥

Wayne Rooney admits to holding grudge against Wales - 'I've never forgot that'The former England captain has admitted that he has never forgotten a moment, which means he won't support Wales.

Burnley make official approach for Wales boss Craig BellamyThe Football Association of Wales have a fight on their hands to keep Craig Bellamy but say no news is imminent

World Cup LIVE Blog: Day 8 ✨Day 8 was full of wild moments, all goals and highlights here 📲

Wild First Week of World Cup🤩

Round one of games totally delivered 🎥

Vargas Doubles Lead 💪

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Oh that's beautiful from Switzerland 🇨🇭 Rubén Vargas slots it home to put the Swiss up two

Switzerland Running Away with It 😱

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ASTONISHINGLY GOOD Johan Manzambi bags a brace from Switzerland 🇨🇭

Switzerland vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina Lineups

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🇨🇭 Switzerland XI: Kobel; Widmer, Elvedi, Akanji, Rodriguez; Aebischer, Xhaka, Freuler; Ndoye, Embolo, Rieder. 🇧🇦 Bosnia XI: Vasilj; Dedic, Katic, Muharemovic, Kolasinac; Sunjic, Memic, Tahirovic, Alajbegovic; Demirovic, Dzeko.

World Cup Fans Try USA Food 🍔

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World Cup fans trying American food for the first time!

Dramatic Craig Bellamy twist as Burnley close in and odds on Wales exit tumbleBurnley plan to make a new move for Craig Bellamy as the FAW face a new fight to keep hold of their manager

Leeds United have £69m World Cup star 'top of their list' to rival Wales manThe move could have a knock-on effect on Joe Rodon

Khoukhi late show earns Qatar dramatic World Cup draw against SwitzerlandThe captain’s 94th-minute header secured Qatar a 1-1 draw in Group B against Switzerland, who led through Breel Embolo’s controversial first-half penalty

Qatar's Massive Late Goal 🤯

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MADNESS IN STOPPAGE TIME! 🤯 Qatar finds the equalizer against Switzerland in STUNNING fashion

Qatar v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 – liveMinute-by-minute report: Join John Brewin for updates as the 2022 hosts get their campaign under way against Murat Yakin’s side in the Bay Area

Former WRU boss Roger Lewis honoured by King CharlesThe King's Birthday Honours list has seen a number of Welsh sporting figures recognised for their achievements

Former Swansea City manager and Wales player Kenny Jackett dies aged 64Tributes have poured in following the death of former manager Kenny Jackett at the age of 64

B/R 99: Top World Cup Players 🤩Mbappé. Lamine. Kane. Ranking the best stars at tournament 📲

World Cup Bracket Predictions 🔮Every game at the World Cup predicted by B/R staff 📲

Group Strength 💪

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📈 Strongest groups: Group I 🇫🇷🇳🇴🇸🇳🇮🇶 Group F 🇳🇱🇯🇵🇸🇪🇹🇳 📉 Weakest groups: Group B 🇨🇭🇨🇦🇧🇦🇶🇦 Group G 🇧🇪🇪🇬🇮🇷🇳🇿 *average market-adjusted Elo ratings of all 4 teams

World Cup Format, Explained 📝48 nations competing...here's how it'll all work 📲

World Cup Power Rankings 📊France or Spain the teams to beat? 📲

World Cup Predictions 🔮B/R panel picks best players, biggest flops and more 📲

Print Your World Cup Bracket 🖨️Track your predictions with this tournament sheet 📲

World Cup Starts TOMORROW 😴

One more sleep until 104 games of World Cup action 🎥

World Cup TV Schedule 📺Check where to catch all group games 📲

World Cup Group Picks

⭐️ NEW CHAMPIONS EPISODE ⭐️

Messi plans dinner for World Cup hopefuls CR7 and Mbappé 🎥

⭐️ The Champions: Episode 2 ⭐️

Ronaldo gatecrashes Messi's World Cup-winners meal 🎥

🌟 Champions Episode 3 🌟

World Cup contenders vs. pretenders as stars decide who belongs at the table 🎥

🌟 Champions Season Finale 🌟

The mansion is sinking. Can next generation save the day? 🎥

World Cup Match Predictions 🔮Calling each and every group game 📲

Who Wins Each Group? 🧐Predicting teams that will rule World Cup group stage 📲

FIFA Rankings for World Cup TeamsHow each side stacks up in official list 📲

World Cup Schedule 🗓️It's finally here! Info on every game, starting with Thursday's opener 📲

Details of BBC Panorama probe into Welsh billionaire David Sullivan emergeThe BBC has confirmed details of its Panorama investigation into David Sullivan, who stepped down as joint chairman of West Ham United after improper conduct claims were made against him

World Cup Groups Preview 🔎Latest odds and TV schedules for incoming tournament 📲

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Who Wins World Cup Golden Ball?Breaking down nominees for tournament's top player trophy 📲 (Goal)

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Most Iconic World Cup Moments ✨Listing 100 moments that go down in history 📲 (Goal)

'We looked quite good for 20 minutes': Tony Popovic content after Socceroos draw with SwitzerlandAustralia coach praises competitiveness in final friendly as Irankunda and Metcalfe impress ahead of 14 June World Cup opener

Tete Yengi scores on debut as Socceroos sign off before World Cup with Switzerland drawAustralia held world No 19 Switzerland to a 1-1 draw in their final hit-out before the World Cup kicks off

Wales beaten by Romania as Craig Bellamy's side come up shortWales have lost 2-1 in Romania despite David Brooks' goal in the second-half

Australia v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 warm-up - liveMinute-by-minute : The Socceroos wrap up their World Cup preparations with a game against world No 19 Switzerland in San Diego. Join Samantha Lewis for updates

Welsh billionaire David Sullivan quits West Ham as personal allegations emergeDavid Sullivan, who is the fifth richest person from Wales with a fortune of £1.1 billion, says he will sue the BBC

Wales held in Montenegro as Wilkinson calls out own playersWales could only manage a 1-1 draw in Montenegro, with bos Rhian Wilkinson far from happy

How to watch Romania v Wales on TV for free - channel and kick-off timeWales take on Romania in Bucharest in the second international friendly of the week

Craig Bellamy: Gheorghe Hagi 'broke our hearts' as Wales starlet stays at homeWales manager Craig Bellamy faces Romania boss Gheorghe Hagi on Saturday in Bucharest, reflecting on how the Romanian legend broke Welsh hearts as a player over 30 years ago.

One Week Until World Cup ⏰

It's so close you can taste it 🎥

STACKED Nike World Cup Ad 🔥Ronaldo. LeBron. Celeb cameos. Six-minute trailer has it all 🎥

Breaking NewsFIFA prohibits fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup stadiums

The Welshman who is the heartbeat of his club and eyed by Premier League giantsNeco Williams has been a consistent performer for Nottingham Forest , winning the club's Player of the Season award

Wales team travel chaos as plane diverted mid-flight and FAW forced into actionRhian Wilkinson's side were travelling to Montenegro for a crucial World Cup qualifying match