‘close to Perfect’ – Bellamy Revels in Wales Masterclass

The Perfect Performance: Bellamy’s Wales Triumph Over North Macedonia

On Tuesday night, Wales’ football team under manager Craig Bellamy delivered an almost flawless performance against North Macedonia. The 7-1 victory at Cardiff City Stadium was not only a resounding success in terms of the final score but also a demonstration of the kind of dynamic and attacking play that has been instilled under Bellamy’s leadership.

Fluidity and Attacking Mastery

The match against North Macedonia was a showcase of how Wales can overwhelm their opponents when they are playing at their best. Bellamy, in his own words, “took some of the credit” for what he saw as an almost perfect performance from his team. He noted that the way they used the ball and their timing were exceptional.

“The way we were able to use the ball, our timing,” Bellamy elaborated. “We didn’t play with a forward, we had three number 10s. But they were in the position where you drag someone out and then another one runs through, as well as the wide players being connected with it.”

Relentless Pressing and Physical Intensity

The performance was not just about fluidity on the ball; it also highlighted Wales’ physical intensity both in possession and out of it. The team’s relentless pressing forced North Macedonia into mistakes, leading to a series of goals in the first half alone.

“We were just so clean with the ball,” Bellamy continued. “That allows you to have good chances. It was one of those days where we are able to take them as well.”

Secure Home Advantage for Play-offs

The result was crucial not only in terms of its quality but also in securing Wales’ second-place finish in their World Cup qualifying group, thereby ensuring home advantage for the play-off semi-final. The victory will serve as a warning to potential opponents, with Wales set to host one of four teams from pot three.

“I know North Macedonia will feel this one tonight,” Bellamy said. “But they’ve been brilliant in the group. I do feel there’s been a few games they’ve been fortunate in and I did feel there was a team ready to hurt them, and I thought it could be us.”

Looking Forward: Play-off Semi-final

The next challenge for Wales will come with their play-off semi-final, which is set to take place in March. The team is now preparing to face one of the four teams from pot three: Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, or the Republic of Ireland. Bellamy expressed his satisfaction with the performance and his anticipation for what could be a significant match.

“When we play home, it’s very important for us,” he concluded. “Tonight was as close to perfect that I could have asked for.

But you have to be wary of these teams. The teams in pot three are going to be similar to what we faced tonight.”