"Cancer-free and a new dad, David Brooks is more determined than ever to realise his World Cup dream. After six months of gruelling chemotherapy, Brooks was given the all-clear in May 2022, putting him in contention to make Rob Page's Wales squad for the tournament in Qatar later that year. But the 28-year-old Bournemouth midfielder admits he "pushed a little too hard" and a hamstring injury delayed his comeback."
"Three years on and Brooks is "incredibly motivated" in helping Wales, now led by Craig Bellamy, qualify for next summer's finals in North America. "It's one of the biggest honours, going to those tournaments and representing your country," he said. "The full focus is trying to help the gaffer and the team make that dream come true." Bellamy's side are all but certain to be in the play-offs in March and can guarantee home advantage for their semi-final if they finish second in Group J."
David Brooks overcame six months of gruelling chemotherapy and was declared cancer-free in May 2022. He attempted a comeback for the Qatar World Cup but suffered a hamstring setback after pushing himself. He remains incredibly motivated to help Wales qualify for next summer's World Cup in North America under Craig Bellamy. Wales can secure home advantage in their play-off semi-final by finishing second in Group J. Wales travel to Liechtenstein then host North Macedonia. Belgium are nearly certain to top the group. Brooks and his wife recently welcomed their first child after earlier uncertainty about starting a family.
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