Wales face Norway after Denmark loss leaves Bellamy demanding better
Wales host Norway on Thursday seeking their first win since November after a shock defeat to Denmark left coach Craig Bellamy dissatisfied.
Bellamy admitted Wales did not recognise themselves in Sunday's 2-0 loss in Copenhagen and said the team must improve dramatically. Bellamy praised Norway's surge up the international rankings, noting they reached the World Cup quarter-finals and now have two clubs in the Champions League.
Norway's striker Haaland remains sharp despite Manchester City's recent financial rules verdict, having scored three goals in his past two matches. Bellamy said he does not expect Haaland to be distracted and called him a machine.
Norway captain Martin Ødegaard may be a doubt after a challenge by Bernardo Silva on Sunday.
- 2-0 loss, Sunday in Copenhagen
- Denmark result
- November
- Wales last win
- Bodø/Glimt and Viking
- Norway in Champions League
- Cardiff, Thursday
- Match venue
Why it mattersWales must overturn a poor run of form against an improving opponent to avoid falling further behind in Nations League A.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though international football results shape global rankings.
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