Wales aiming to prove they can thrive at top level
Wales captain Ben Davies says the team are determined to show they can compete in Nations League A when they host Denmark in Cardiff. Their 2-1 comeback win over Norway ended a six-game winless run and gave Craig Bellamy’s side renewed confidence after a difficult spell.
Wales had lost to Denmark in Copenhagen the previous Sunday and are seeking to respond at home, where Davies believes the crowd and atmosphere can help. Several players, including Karl Darlow, Joe Rodon, Dylan Lawlor, David Brooks and Harry Wilson, remain unavailable through injury, and Bellamy expects to change the starting team. Denmark are 17 places above Wales in the FIFA rankings.
- Wales beat Norway 2-1 to end a six-game winless run.
- Davies says the team want to prove they belong in Nations League A.
- Wales host Denmark after losing to them in Copenhagen.
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The Nations League is an international football competition run by UEFA where national teams compete in different divisions based on strength and recent performance. Nations League A is the highest tier, and Wales are now seeking to establish themselves as capable competitors at this level.
Wales endured a difficult period with six consecutive matches ending without a victory. However, they recorded a 2-1 comeback win over Norway to end this streak, providing momentum for the Denmark match. Manager Craig Bellamy will have to manage without several key players due to injury, including defenders and attacking options such as David Brooks and Harry Wilson.
Denmark rank substantially higher than Wales in world football standings and represent a significant test. The match gives Wales an opportunity to demonstrate they can compete against stronger-ranked opponents when playing at home in Cardiff.