Wales Given Play-Off History Lesson Ahead of Albania Second Leg
Key Takeaways
- Wales hold a 1-0 lead going into the second leg against Albania.
- Captain Angharad James led a squad history lesson on previous play-offs.
- The team aims to channel past heartbreaks and successes to reach the World Cup in Brazil.
Wales head into the crucial second leg of their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final against Albania holding a 1-0 lead. Ahead of the match at Parc y Scarlets, captain Angharad James shared that the squad participated in a special meeting to review past play-off experiences, ensuring younger players understand the high stakes involved.
Having experienced the agony of a late extra-time defeat in the 2023 World Cup qualifiers and the elation of reaching Euro 2025, the senior players are using those contrasting emotions to motivate the team. With a place at the tournament in Brazil on the line, Wales are determined to draw on their history to finish the job.
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