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Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes chat through the big stories in Welsh football
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From the unprecedented high of a first appearance at major tournament, to the disheartening 12-game winless streak, the past 12 months have been a period of polar contradictions for Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson. "It's by far my least successful year," she tells Carl Roberts and former Wales international Nia Jones, "but I'm so proud."In an in-depth interview, Wilkinson reflects on the harsh lessons learned at the European Championship and the relief of ending the year with a victory over Switzerland. She reveals how her parents' influence have shaped her career, how she sees herself as manager and not a coach with Wales, and what role she hopes the retired Jess Fishlock will soon have in her backroom team.
Carl Roberts and former Wales internationals Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes reflect on the weekend’s results.
Swansea came from behind to beat Wrexham 2-1 in their first league meeting for 22 years. Meanwhile, League One leaders Cardiff were beaten 2-1 away at promotion rivals Lincoln, and bottom-of-the-table Newport County suffered another League Two defeat after losing 4-1 away at Colchester.
Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes reflect on a good week for Cardiff City, despite a League Cup defeat to Chelsea. Swansea City and Wrexham prepare for a first league meeting for 22 years, and Newport's financial reality is laid bare as chairman Huw Jenkins faces the disgruntled fans.
In a rare and fascinating insight, head coach Craig Bellamy gives a glimpse into the tactics and fundamental principles used by Wales in the recent World Cup qualifying campaign. Using a tactics board in the dressing room at the Wales training base near Cardiff, Bellamy reveals the flexibility of his approach and what he demands from each member of the squad. Carl, Iwan and Sam are engrossed... and barely manage to get a word in.Bellamy, who has won half of his 16 games in charge of Wales, also names his biggest coaching influences and explains the debt of gratitude he owes to Iwan for protecting him during their time together playing for Norwich City.
A big statement of intent - that's what Carl, Iwan and Sam made of the three late attacking substitutions made Cardiff City manager Brian Barry-Murphy that turned an acceptable away draw into a huge win at title rivals Stevenage. It increased their lead at the top of League One to four points, but also sent a clear message to their rivals on the manager's winning mentality.Swansea City had a super sub of their own as Liam Cullen struck to ensure a second successive home win that silenced talk of a relegation battle... for now. Newport County put a shocking FA Cup display behind them to earn a point at Crewe, giving Iwan new hope they can climb off the bottom of League Two as the hectic Christmas schedule arrives.And after Mo Salah's remarkable outburst against his treatment at Liverpool, Sam recalls his attempts to persuade Sean Dyche he was wrong to drop him to the Burnley bench.
It may only be early December, but the message is clear for Swansea City - this is now a relegation fight. And the next two games - at home to fellow strugglers Oxford United and Portsmouth - could define the whole season.Wrexham, meanwhile, are looking upwards after extending their unbeaten run to eight games. Manager Phil Parkinson has now reached 200 league games with The Reds, with a hugely impressive 59.5% win rate. With so many clubs now opting for a head coach rather than a more traditional manager, are the likes of Parkinson becoming a rare breed? Iwan and Sam share their experiences of working under some of the best in the business.Premier League scouts are flocking to Cardiff City to watch Dylan Lawlor, and Rhian Wilkinson can breathe a sigh of relief after claiming a first win for Wales in a tough, yet historically significant, 2025.
Special guest Dave Hughes joins Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes to share his thoughts on his brief spell as Newport County manager, which ended with the sack after just 22 games in charge. The 37-year-old recalls his early days at Aston Villa that saw him break into the first team as a 19-year-old, and takes pride in the development of some of the rising stars he helped develop at Cardiff City. And how he's eager to put down the paint brush and get back on the training ground as soon as possible.
Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes discuss Wales' World Cup play-off draw, that will potentially bring two home games in March, and the magnificent 7-1 win over North Macedonia that wrapped up second place in the group in style.Newport County's search for a new manager ended with the much-anticipated appointment of Christian Fuchs, but Swansea City's hopes of securing Vitor Matos has hit a potential stumbling block.
Carl Roberts is joined by Tom Lockyer, Joe Ledley and Rob Earnshaw to preview the crucial World Cup qualifier with North Macedonia, which will determine Wales' path in the play-offs.
Carl Roberts, Nia Jones and Joe Ledley visit Wales' training camp to speak to the players before the final two World Cup qualifiers against Liechtenstein and North Macedonia.
Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes discuss Swansea City's dip in form and Craig Bellamy's pledge to stay with Wales.
Life with Cardiff City has started well for Brian Barry-Murphy. The Irishman has a 65% win ratio from his first 20 games. The Bluebirds have spent the majority of the season at the top of League One. A standout win over Wrexham has secured a place in the last eight of the EFL Cup against Chelsea. And host of talented youngsters are starting show their true potential. No wonder he's in relaxed mood as he discusses his first four months in charge, and how he relishes the "refreshingly honest" demands given to him by the owner Vincent Tan.
Cardiff City certainly delivered a statement win over Wrexham in the EFL Cup, giving further evidence of the progress made under manager Brian Barry-Murphy this season. There were plenty of polished performances, but maybe none more so than Rubin Colwill. But will his display - witnessed in person by Craig Bellamy - be enough to force him into the Wales manager's plans for next month's World Cup qualifiers?Rhian Wilkinson has also been left with plenty of food for thought after two friendly defeats to Australia and Poland extended Wales' poor run to seven consecutive defeats, and no wins in their last 11 games.And Sam prepares for a return to Newport in the FA Cup with Gillingham.
Carl Roberts, Nia Jones and Rob Earnshaw chat to two members of the Wales squad before Jess Fishlock's farewell match against Australia.
Where would Wales be without Ben Davies? And how will they fill the void once he's gone? Since making his debut in 2012, the 32-year-old has hardly put a foot wrong in the Wales defence, and continues to lead from the front despite limited opportunities at Spurs. He become only the fourth Welshman to reach 100 caps when Wales lost a crucial World Cup qualifier a week ago, but he wants more. Much more.In between a morning tactical session and gym work at Spurs' training ground, he joins the crew to reflect and his achievement, and, as you'd expect, to reminisce about the magical summer he shared alongside Sam in France during Euro 2016.There's also a full review of the weekend club action as Cardiff City head back to the top of League One, while Newport County hit rock bottom.
Carl Roberts, Iwan Roberts and Sam Vokes pay tribute to Jess Fishlock following her decision to retire from international football and reflect on two defeats for Craig Bellamy's Wales against England and Belgium.
Catrin Heledd is on the sofas inside the Welsh camp with Tom Lockyer, Rob Earnshaw and Nia Jones who are joined by Leeds pair Ethan Ampadu and Joe Rodon ahead of Monday's crucial World Cup qualifier against Belgium.
Carl Roberts is joined by Tom Lockyer and Rob Earnshaw as they visit Wales' training base before the away friendly with England and the home World Cup qualifier against Belgium.
After impressive midweek performances by Swansea City and Wrexham, Iwan and Sam believe both clubs can mount a serious challenge for the play-off places in the Championship. Although still early in the season, the pair agree the door to reach the top six is wide open in the absence of any outstanding rivals.Another unexpected home defeat for Cardiff City put the breaks on their charge back to the top of League One, while there is no sign of Newport's horrendous run coming to an end.Iwan confesses to some violent outburst, while Saint Sam confirms his place as the 'Gary Lineker' of Wales. And talking of Wales, will Aaron Ramsey play a part in the friendly with England or the crucial qualifier that follows against Belgium?
For the first time in history, three Welsh clubs have reached the fourth round of the EFL Cup in the same season - cementing some encouraging and improving early-season form for Cardiff City, Swansea City and Wrexham. There's not much to shout about at Newport County, though. Sam's Gillingham record-breaking side were the latest to increase the pressure on manager Dave Hughes, but at least the Rodney Parade faithful made their presence felt on the away dugout.Iwan recalls having to play with a retired goalkeeper in an FA Cup semi-final, and Carl confesses to shameful red cards in his parks football days.
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elis was class on the bottom yard in school 😀 keep it up lads
Ellis James is brilliant, !!
Superb. Funny, engaging and informative. Brilliant for Welsh football fans. And for anyone with a soul.