4 d. ago New Alba Party leader Kenny MacAskill vows to ‘deliver dream of independence’

The former Scottish justice secretary takes the helm following the death of his predecessor Alex Salmond in October.

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4 d. ago David Brooks pleased late equaliser spared ‘Welsh legend’ Joe Allen’s blushes

The veteran midfielder’s back pass was intercepted for North Macedonia to take a late lead.

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5 d. ago Mixed Wales ratings as duo justify return but error from experienced head nearly proves costly in North Macedonia

Here's how the Wales players rated during the 1-1 draw with North Macedonia on Tuesday night

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5 d. ago David Brooks spares Joe Allen's blushes as Wales rescue dramatic draw with final kick

NORTH MACEDONIA 1-1 WALES: Bojan Miovski's 91st minute goal looked as though it was going to condemn Craig Bellamy to a first defeat as Wales boss, until David Brooks struck a dramatic equaliser

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5 d. ago David Brooks rescues point for Wales after late drama in North Macedonia

It is 12 years since Wales last played in Skopje and their then manager Chris Coleman arrived uncomfortably late after losing his passport. More than a decade on, Craig Bellamy’s side left a much more professional impression, even if took a last-gasp equaliser from the substitute David Brooks to rescue a point that preserves both his manager’s unbeaten record and Welsh hopes of another World Cup qualification.Given that North Macedonia had won their six previous games without conceding a goal and Wales were unbeaten in seven matches since Bellamy took the managerial helm, something had to give in Skopje. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago North Macedonia nightclub fire: cause, death toll and Wales match armband tribute

Its could be an emotional night when Wales face North Macedonia on Tuesday

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5 d. ago North Macedonia v Wales: Craig Bellamy’s team aim for successive wins in World Cup qualifying

The Dragons defeated Kazakhstan last Saturday to kick off their qualifying campaign with a win

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5 d. ago North Macedonia v Wales: Score updates as both sides seek breakthrough

Follow live updates as Wales take on North Macedonia in the second game of their World Cup qualifying campaign

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5 d. ago Craig Bellamy hopes Wales' North Macedonia clash brings some comfort after nightclub tragedy

Wales face off against North Macedonia tonight in the wake of a devastating tragedy in the country

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6 d. ago Protesters demanding greater accountability march in North Macedonia over deadly nightclub fire

Thousands of protesters have marched in North Macedonia's capital Skopje demanding accountability for a nightclub fire in Kocani on March 16 that killed 59 people and injured over 100

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6 d. ago Bellamy hopes Wales’ tie with North Macedonia brings some comfort after tragedy

Both teams will wear black armbands at the Tose Proeski Arena on Tuesday.

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6 d. ago Bellamy run continues and Jordan James stakes Skopje claim – talking points

Wales opened their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 3-1 home victory over Kazakhstan on Saturday.

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8 d. ago Wales sink Kazakhstan to get World Cup campaign up and running

It was not pitch perfect but Wales made a winning start to their World Cup qualifying campaign, the substitute Rabbi Matondo capping victory in stoppage time after Ben Davies and Daniel James scored either side of a Kazakhstan penalty. The hush of trepidation that filled the Cardiff air approaching the final whistle confirmed what proved an awkward but satisfying night as Wales edged past Kazakhstan, 110th in the world, to preserve Craig Bellamy’s unbeaten record, though an improved performance is surely required if that is to remain in North Macedonia on Tuesday.Wales hope this is the start of another memorable journey. And one with a happier ending than three woeful group-stage performances. This week even Davies, a typically uber-cautious talker, did not dress up Wales’s showing at the last World Cup. “The best moment of Qatar was probably just the Ukraine [playoff] game in getting there,” said the defender, whose header 79 seconds into the second half offered Wales comfort befor...

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8 d. ago Craig Bellamy’s midas touch brings Wales victory in opening World Cup qualifier

Wales 3-1 Kazakstan: Bellamy’s men now travel to North Macedonia for their second fixture

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8 d. ago Wales sink Kazhakstan to get World Cup campaign up and running

It was not pitch perfect but Wales made a winning start to their World Cup qualifying campaign, the substitute Rabbi Matondo capping victory in stoppage time after Ben Davies and Daniel James scored either side of a Kazakhstan penalty. The hush of trepidation that filled the Cardiff air approaching the final whistle served to confirm what proved an awkward night as Wales edged past Kazakhstan, 110th in the world, to preserve Craig Bellamy’s unbeaten record in charge, though an improved performance is surely required if that is to remain in North Macedonia on Tuesday.Wales hope this is the start of another memorable journey. And one with a happier ending than three woeful group-stage performances. This week even Ben Davies, a typically uber-cautious talker, did not dress up Wales’s showing at the last World Cup. “The best moment of Qatar was probably just the Ukraine [playoff] game in getting there,” said the defender, again captain in the absence of Aaron Ramsey, who is out for the ...

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9 d. ago Labour considers plans to deport failed asylum seekers to the BALKANS and lock them in 'detention centres'

The asylum seekers could be sent to 'return hubs' in the western Balkans - in countries including Albania, Serbia, Bosnia and North Macedonia, after their applications for asylum are rejected.

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9 d. ago Tournament experience ‘so valuable’ for Wales – Craig Bellamy

The Dragons ended their 64-year wait to play at a World Cup in Qatar in 2022.

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9 d. ago Jamie Laing breaks down in tears as he fights injury to finish Ultra

Jamie Laing has broken down in tears, having finished his Red Nose Day Ultra-Marathon challenge despite needing a physio check-up just miles away from the finish line

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9 d. ago 5 talking points as Wales start World Cup qualifying campaign against Kazakhstan

Belgium, Liechtenstein and North Macedonia complete the Group J picture.

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1 week ago North Macedonia holds mass funerals for young victims of nightclub fire

A further 72 people remain hospitalised across the country, while 101 patients are receiving treatment abroad

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