Wales' James warns of Norwegian revenge in Oslo
James has won 68 caps for Wales since making his debut eight years ago [FAW] Winger Dan James says Wales proved a point when they beat Norway – but is wary Erling Haaland and his team-mates are now intent on turning the tables.
Key points
- James was on the scoresheet as Wales came from behind to see off the World Cup quarter-finalists, reigniting hopes of staying in the top tier of the Nations League.
- "They're a great nation and, at home especially, they've been brilliant," said James as Wales prepared for the encounter at Ullevaal Stadion.
- James, though, says Wales will be focusing on themselves after silencing critics against the same opposition.
"We're all aware of where we want to finish and how important it is going into Euro qualifiers," said James, who was part of the Wales squads that appeared at Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup – the nation's last major final appearances.
Additional details
- The defeat in Oslo – in which Cristiano Ronaldo was left on the bench by Portugal, prompting his walk out and eventual international retirement – was the first time Norway had lost in 12 competitive matches at home.
- "That win over Norway was so important to keep us in the group and we showed what we were about." Wales had been under fire after losing their opening League A fixtures in Portugal and Denmark, the latter seeing head coach Bellamy admit he had been "hurt" by the performance.
- Although it would likely mean Wales would still have to go to a play-off to retain their League A status, it would guarantee a pot one seeding for the Euro 2008 qualifiers – a tournament Wales will co-host.
- If we want to get to major finals and go far in tournaments, we have to be able to compete against these teams and the manager always reiterates that." Wilson eyeing survival step as Wales tackle Norway Wales call up MK Dons' Collins as Moore withdraws.
- It suggests Wales will face a side eager to end talk of such issues with a win this weekend.
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