""We've done everything we can. You always feel a lot calmer as it goes along. The more you tick off something, the more you reassure yourself. Imagine if you're going into an exam and you haven't put the work in and you're expecting good results to happen. The players have been top and they're used to this.""
""It's just normal for this group of players. It's ingrained in them. It's not for us to ride the rollercoaster. Everyone in these play-offs wants to get to the World Cup. We completely understand that and our fans will play a crucial role.""
Wales is on the brink of qualifying for a major tournament for the third consecutive campaign, needing two home wins. After missing out on Euro 2024, they face Bosnia-Herzegovina in a semi-final, with the winner advancing to play Italy or Northern Ireland. The team has shown remarkable consistency since Euro 2016, moving past a 58-year drought without major tournament appearances. Head coach Craig Bellamy emphasizes the players' experience and preparation as key factors in their pursuit of World Cup qualification.
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