For me Wales are winners already

Whatever happens v Belgium this has been an amazing effort from Wales and an amazing experience as a fan.

I was lucky enough to be in Bordeaux for the first game. To win was incredible and a feeling I can't describe. I would have been happy for that to have been my only experience of the tournament. Just to see Wales in a finals was a dream.

For us to then qualify was a massive bonus and I was fortunate enough again to get to France to see us beat Northern Ireland in Paris. Now this is fantasy land.

I won't be in Lille on Friday but whatever happens, win or lose it will be a celebration. Wales has surpassed all expectation and won many friends throughout France and Europe.

The team and the FAW have been a breath of fresh air and have shown what togetherness can achieve. The players have been open, friendly and normal human beings. Unlike the pampered, arrogant and reclusive players of other nations not too far from us who are now back home.

Together Stronger describes perfectly the bond between fans and players. The fans have won admirers at all the city's visited (I was in Bordeaux, I've never a city so full of Wales fans before, they literally painted the town red), the players have won respect from all sides for their attitude and bonding on and off the pitch.

Wales are winners already, anything more is not just a bonus it's furthering the most incredible history.

#Jinxed

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Originally Posted by Michael Morris

Whatever happens v Belgium this has been an amazing effort from Wales and an amazing experience as a fan.

I was lucky enough to be in Bordeaux for the first game. To win was incredible and a feeling I can't describe. I would have been happy for that to have been my only experience of the tournament. Just to see Wales in a finals was a dream.

For us to then qualify was a massive bonus and I was fortunate enough again to get to France to see us beat Northern Ireland in Paris. Now this is fantasy land.

I won't be in Lille on Friday but whatever happens, win or lose it will be a celebration. Wales has surpassed all expectation and won many friends throughout France and Europe.

The team and the FAW have been a breath of fresh air and have shown what togetherness can achieve. The players have been open, friendly and normal human beings. Unlike the pampered, arrogant and reclusive players of other nations not too far from us who are now back home.

Together Stronger describes perfectly the bond between fans and players. The fans have won admirers at all the city's visited (I was in Bordeaux, I've never a city so full of Wales fans before, they literally painted the town red), the players have won respect from all sides for their attitude and bonding on and off the pitch.

Wales are winners already, anything more is not just a bonus it's furthering the most incredible history.

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Well said Mike.

This has way exceeded my expectations. I was in Bordeaux too and it was an utterly superb experience on and off the pitch.

We are entering dreamland now. But whatever happens tomorrow the players and fans can hold their heads high.

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Originally Posted by Michael Morris

Whatever happens v Belgium this has been an amazing effort from Wales and an amazing experience as a fan.

I was lucky enough to be in Bordeaux for the first game. To win was incredible and a feeling I can't describe. I would have been happy for that to have been my only experience of the tournament. Just to see Wales in a finals was a dream.

For us to then qualify was a massive bonus and I was fortunate enough again to get to France to see us beat Northern Ireland in Paris. Now this is fantasy land.

I won't be in Lille on Friday but whatever happens, win or lose it will be a celebration. Wales has surpassed all expectation and won many friends throughout France and Europe.

The team and the FAW have been a breath of fresh air and have shown what togetherness can achieve. The players have been open, friendly and normal human beings. Unlike the pampered, arrogant and reclusive players of other nations not too far from us who are now back home.

Together Stronger describes perfectly the bond between fans and players. The fans have won admirers at all the city's visited (I was in Bordeaux, I've never a city so full of Wales fans before, they literally painted the town red), the players have won respect from all sides for their attitude and bonding on and off the pitch.

Wales are winners already, anything more is not just a bonus it's furthering the most incredible history.

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On the bus to Lille now and for me Wales can't lose. We have succeeded already, there is no failure from here.

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Originally Posted by Michael Morris

Whatever happens v Belgium this has been an amazing effort from Wales and an amazing experience as a fan.

I was lucky enough to be in Bordeaux for the first game. To win was incredible and a feeling I can't describe. I would have been happy for that to have been my only experience of the tournament. Just to see Wales in a finals was a dream.

For us to then qualify was a massive bonus and I was fortunate enough again to get to France to see us beat Northern Ireland in Paris. Now this is fantasy land.

I won't be in Lille on Friday but whatever happens, win or lose it will be a celebration. Wales has surpassed all expectation and won many friends throughout France and Europe.

The team and the FAW have been a breath of fresh air and have shown what togetherness can achieve. The players have been open, friendly and normal human beings. Unlike the pampered, arrogant and reclusive players of other nations not too far from us who are now back home.

Together Stronger describes perfectly the bond between fans and players. The fans have won admirers at all the city's visited (I was in Bordeaux, I've never a city so full of Wales fans before, they literally painted the town red), the players have won respect from all sides for their attitude and bonding on and off the pitch.

Wales are winners already, anything more is not just a bonus it's furthering the most incredible history.

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Spot on Mike. Bordeaux was my my only experience of the tournament but the memories will live forever.


I said yesterday if this is our only experience of finals football in our lifetime - players and fans- then what an experience.

We are winners already (@visitBordeaux still has pinned a message to Welsh supporters to the top of their twitter) but there is so much more left to be won.

It would be a shame if tonight's game went into penalties, I don't like the prospect of one of our team of super heroes becoming a villain.

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It would be a shame if tonight's game went into penalties, I don't like the prospect of one of our team of super heroes becoming a villain.

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I hate penalties.

It's a TEAM game and you win or lose as a TEAM, it should not be left to an Americanization to solve this beautiful game.

I think we will win tonight. The ability of our players in not in doubt.
We need some luck as always but we can prevail.

One thing that amazes me is that i have already memorised our World cup qualifying campaign and have booked my Moldova at home flight.

I went to Bordeaux and Lens and would have been in Lille if it had been less complicated. Even I have to work at times.
Hoping Mr and Mrs G miss MG's wedding:hehe:

Cracking piece from yesterdays Independent.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...-a7110861.html

When a trip of the World War I graveyards was organised after the Euro 2016 qualifier against Friday night’s opponents – Belgium - Bale specifically asked if the team could see the grave of Hedd Wyn, the Welsh poet killed at the Battle of Passchendaele just weeks before being posthumously awarded the Bardic Chair at the 1917 National Eisteddfod. Bale’s mother had told him the story years earlier and he was intrigued.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qMfjDV7KIw

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I hate penalties.

It's a TEAM game and you win or lose as a TEAM, it should not be left to an Americanization to solve this beautiful game.

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I'm pretty sure villains existed before America.

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Originally Posted by Charlie

Cracking piece from yesterdays Independent.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...-a7110861.html

When a trip of the World War I graveyards was organised after the Euro 2016 qualifier against Friday night’s opponents – Belgium - Bale specifically asked if the team could see the grave of Hedd Wyn, the Welsh poet killed at the Battle of Passchendaele just weeks before being posthumously awarded the Bardic Chair at the 1917 National Eisteddfod. Bale’s mother had told him the story years earlier and he was intrigued.

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Great read - thanks for posting the story.

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Originally Posted by Charlie

Cracking piece from yesterdays Independent.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...-a7110861.html

When a trip of the World War I graveyards was organised after the Euro 2016 qualifier against Friday night’s opponents – Belgium - Bale specifically asked if the team could see the grave of Hedd Wyn, the Welsh poet killed at the Battle of Passchendaele just weeks before being posthumously awarded the Bardic Chair at the 1917 National Eisteddfod. Bale’s mother had told him the story years earlier and he was intrigued.

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I f***ing tears of joy here.

Wonderful write up. :thumbup:

:wales::wales:

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I f***ing tears of joy here.

Wonderful write up. :thumbup:

:wales::wales:

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That's the alcohol! :hehe:

Seriously though, a super write up and a proper bottom lip wobbler.

Simply cannot wait for tonight but gonna need a few to settle the nerves.

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Thanks for posting the story

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Originally Posted by Charlie

Cracking piece from yesterdays Independent.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...-a7110861.html

When a trip of the World War I graveyards was organised after the Euro 2016 qualifier against Friday night’s opponents – Belgium - Bale specifically asked if the team could see the grave of Hedd Wyn, the Welsh poet killed at the Battle of Passchendaele just weeks before being posthumously awarded the Bardic Chair at the 1917 National Eisteddfod. Bale’s mother had told him the story years earlier and he was intrigued.

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Great article.

Really enjoyed reading that COME ON!!!!!!!!!

Excellent article.

Also enjoyed the picture of Johnny Williams and his erection.

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Really enjoyed that read, inspired me to purchase the book as well.

What a brilliant thread.Lucky enough to have been in Bordeaux and Toulouse with my sons and today one of my boys and his son are in Lille.Best sporting experiences of my life-the unity between team and fans is superb.The team has done us proud,our fans have been a credit to the country.Two weeks more would be incredible but the team owe us nothing!!!

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Excellent article.

Also enjoyed the picture of Johnny Williams and his erection.

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Originally Posted by Charlie

Cracking piece from yesterdays Independent.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...-a7110861.html

When a trip of the World War I graveyards was organised after the Euro 2016 qualifier against Friday night’s opponents – Belgium - Bale specifically asked if the team could see the grave of Hedd Wyn, the Welsh poet killed at the Battle of Passchendaele just weeks before being posthumously awarded the Bardic Chair at the 1917 National Eisteddfod. Bale’s mother had told him the story years earlier and he was intrigued.

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That's is a superb piece mate. I look forward to reading Wathan's book too. Despite him being a jack he is the one journalist attached to Wales online who seems to know his stuff.

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Originally Posted by Charlie

Cracking piece from yesterdays Independent.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...-a7110861.html

When a trip of the World War I graveyards was organised after the Euro 2016 qualifier against Friday night’s opponents – Belgium - Bale specifically asked if the team could see the grave of Hedd Wyn, the Welsh poet killed at the Battle of Passchendaele just weeks before being posthumously awarded the Bardic Chair at the 1917 National Eisteddfod. Bale’s mother had told him the story years earlier and he was intrigued.

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Great article. Bit odd how he doesn't say what yma o hyd is actually about, but I suppose he can't. Thanks for sharing

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That's is a superb piece mate. I look forward to reading Wathan's book too. Despite him being a jack he is the one journalist attached to Wales online who seems to know his stuff.

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Apart from his recent markings of the Welsh players in the England game where he seemed to have some sort of brainstorm, Chris Wathan always writes good quality, interesting stuff (just ordered his book) - I don't think the new bloke (Phil Smith?) is too bad either.

The standard of journalism with walesonline (not counting your good self of course) has been shocking over the years Bob.

It's good to see we are now finally producing some journalists with their finger on the pulse

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Apart from his recent markings of the Welsh players in the England game where he seemed to have some sort of brainstorm, Chris Wathan always writes good quality, interesting stuff (just ordered his book) - I don't think the new bloke (Phil Smith?) is too bad either.

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I agree - and also ordered Watham's book (having finished Bryn Law's and almost all of the updated Red Dragons by Phil Stead).

I think Phil Smith (from exchanges in a Blakey's Bootroom last season) is a Boro fan, and English. But he has quickly filled the Terry Phillips role at WalesOnline and left Steve Tucker to carry on with the unresearched, clownish, self-satisfied froth that he has made his own over the years.

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I agree - and also ordered Watham's book (having finished Bryn Law's and almost all of the updated Red Dragons by Phil Stead).

I think Phil Smith (from exchanges in a Blakey's Bootroom last season) is a Boro fan, and English. But he has quickly filled the Terry Phillips role at WalesOnline and left Steve Tucker to carry on with the unresearched, clownish, self-satisfied froth that he has made his own over the years.

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Think he's a Sunderland fan Jon - I seem to remember him saying we could do a lot worse than look at Poyet for our next manager.

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Think he's a Sunderland fan Jon - I seem to remember him saying we could do a lot worse than look at Poyet for our next manager.

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Ah, my mistake. I knew it was a north east club but not Newcastle - and Stelling has got Hartlepool covered!

He seems to be a good writer, and knows his stuff.

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Originally Posted by Dr Lecter

Excellent article.

Also enjoyed the picture of Johnny Williams and his erection.

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What a whopper :)

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Mike. Good to see you give the FAW some much deserved credit. They have got a lot right. The appointments of Speed and Coleman,playing home games at the CCS, ticketing strategy etc etc.
They have gotten the small things right too. I mentioned that Dai Griffiths met my mum at a family wedding just over a year ago. When mum passed away last year he sent a condolence card. He didn't need to but still made the effort.

Well done the FAW

There is so much more left to win.