Wales Eye Redemption Against Denmark After Shocking Norway Win

Craig Bellamy stepped into the managerial role for Wales in July 2024, following the exit of Rob Page. Now, he's feeling the heat as Wales prepares for a crucial showdown with Denmark after a thrilling win over Norway. Despite that morale-boosting victory, Wales still finds itself at the bottom of Group A4. However, they share the same points with Norway and Denmark as the Nations League campaign reaches its halfway point. Another win against the Danes could be a game-changer, significantly boosting their chances of avoiding a last-place finish and moving closer to the next European Championship. Finishing third or higher in this group would grant Wales a top seed in the draw for Euro 2028 qualifying, a goal they are eager to achieve. Bellamy believes Portugal will clinch the group unless something drastic occurs, but he’s excited about the competitive landscape following the surprising result against Norway. "The group's exploded now between the three of us," he remarked, highlighting how Denmark will be looking at the situation closely. "Portugal have run away with this and they're going to win the group. But can we mix it up with these two heavyweight Scandinavian teams? That’s the aim." Wales turned things around against Norway, marking their first victory in Nations League A across two campaigns. This win finally broke a frustrating six-match winless streak that dated back to November 2025, with Bellamy admitting he had faced a "really difficult spell." Now, the team aims to build on this momentum as they face Denmark, currently ranked 21st in the world. "We have to perform like we did against Norway," Bellamy emphasized. "It's all about consistency—perform, perform, perform." He also recognized the importance of finishing above fourth in the group. "Seeing the level when we play against pot one teams, if we can avoid them, that’s a real motivation," he added. Wales’ squad options have been stretched thin, with several key players missing, including Karl Darlow and Joe Rodon. Bellamy hinted at making changes to the starting lineup that faced Norway, acknowledging the need to adapt. "If I could pick the team from the other night, I would all day," he stated. "But it’s just not possible. One or two didn’t come through it, so there will be one or two changes." This marks the second encounter with Denmark in just seven days after a disappointing performance in the previous match, which Bellamy described as unrecognizable. "We were too disconnected from front to back, and it was too easy for them to press us," he noted, reflecting on the lessons learned. As Wales gears up for this pivotal clash, the stakes couldn't be higher. Every moment counts in their quest for glory.