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Premier League legend puts Wales’ World Cup qualification hopes at risk

'We had to suffer a lot of pain' – Bellamy
  • Belgium secured a 4-2 victory over Wales in Cardiff, dealing a blow to Wales' hopes of automatic World Cup qualification.
  • Kevin De Bruyne converted two penalties for Belgium, while Joe Rodon initially put Wales ahead with an early goal.
  • Thomas Meunier and Leandro Trossard also scored for Belgium, with Nathan Broadhead netting Wales' second goal.
  • The result places Wales four points behind Belgium, suggesting they will now battle North Macedonia for second place and a play-off spot.
  • Key moments included Ben Davies earning his 100th cap for Wales and substitute Brennan Johnson briefly shooing a rat off the pitch.
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