"Wales are two wins away from qualifying for their second successive World Cup and only a third in their history. Craig Bellamy's side host Bosnia-Herzegovina in their play-off semi-final on 26 March and, if victorious, will face Italy or Northern Ireland in Cardiff five days later for a place in the 2026 World Cup. The draw for the World Cup takes place in Washington DC on Friday."
"Also you're looking at sponsorship bonuses and the interest around the association grows around that. You have sponsorships that have specified amounts that come to us. "We've seen progress [in grassroots facilities] but there's a lot more to be done so should we get to the World Cup you're looking at $3m or $4m that goes towards the grassroots game.""
Qualifying for the 2026 World Cup would bring significant revenue to Wales, estimated at about $10.5 million (£7.9m) before travel, player and staff costs reduce that to roughly $4 million (£3m). Additional sponsorship bonuses and increased interest in the association could generate further millions earmarked for grassroots football, potentially $3–4 million for facility improvements. Wales must win two play-off matches—hosting Bosnia-Herzegovina on 26 March and then facing Italy or Northern Ireland in Cardiff—to secure a place in the tournament. The FAW has invested through the Cymru Football Foundation, spending £26m on projects while public facilities still require substantial additional work.
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