Wales play their first tournament match in 48 years on Saturday and they will need a swift start if their participation at Euro 2016 is to extend beyond three games.
Chris Coleman’s side face Slovakia knowing that victory in their first match would leave them exceptionally well-placed to reach a knockout stage that includes 16 of the tournament’s 24 teams and would offer perfect preparation for their meeting with England.
Slovakia have already proven themselves to be dangerous opponents in the pre-tournament friendlies, stunning world champions Germany 3-1 in a rain-swept Augsburg. And in Napoli midfielder Marek Hamsik coach Jan Kozak has a player of comparable influence to Gareth Bale.
A 3-0 loss to Sweden has dampened expectations for the Welsh but that could all change with three points in Bordeaux. Scroll down for all you need to know.
Chris Coleman’s side face Slovakia knowing that victory in their first match would leave them exceptionally well-placed to reach a knockout stage that includes 16 of the tournament’s 24 teams and would offer perfect preparation for their meeting with England.
Slovakia have already proven themselves to be dangerous opponents in the pre-tournament friendlies, stunning world champions Germany 3-1 in a rain-swept Augsburg. And in Napoli midfielder Marek Hamsik coach Jan Kozak has a player of comparable influence to Gareth Bale.
A 3-0 loss to Sweden has dampened expectations for the Welsh but that could all change with three points in Bordeaux. Scroll down for all you need to know.
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