Yes I thought Ramsey and did suggest him earlier but others didn't seem to like the idea of having him involved. Using a Welsh speaker makes perfect sense to me and would also dovetail nicely with Bales gladiatorial role.
English is the first language for the majority of the squad and many of them probably don't even speak Welsh. Doesn't make any sense at all
Agree. Most, including myself would be staring blankly not having a scoobie what he was saying.
I'll be honest I think it's cringeworthy that some people think its a bit cringe that some other people think something is cringe level 20.
That's a bit of a naive take. Ronnie was just pissed Coke dropped him after that rape allegation he settled. The man has no problems promoting KFC.
Precisely. You can bet if it was England captain whose team are doing better than expected, the English lads on here would be talking about brave lions hehe.
This.
Spot on. I mean there’s really nothing to see here, other than what team spirit and togetherness looks like. Bit odd really.
The English don’t even like the English team, it’s understandable they don’t get the idea of togetherness.
Yes grown men encouraging and hugging each other in a circle is the epitome of patriotism.
Or for the travelling fans who they also stay to cheer as a group as part of that togetherness.
Ironic. The only reason Rio talks so much crap is because it's for a headline. You do it on the pitch because the people with you on the pitch are whats important in that huddle.
And they're not part of the dressing room?
I think this is my concern really and quandary. Is it beneficial and does it serve a real purpose as such or is it for show and media attention? Encouraging the cameras in and broadcasting what could be done privately behind closed doors in the dressing room.
Look at the heart and desire wales show compared to England and it might help towards your answer. Same goes for Denmark and Iceland and wales in the last Euros.
That's what she said
If England fail, it'll have zero to do with 'Heart and desire'. I thought we had grown past that nonsense.
You're probably joking but I do miss the days of the throw your arms up being the top of celebrations thing. I mean look at the celebration of the Thomas goal at Anfield in 89 and imagine the shit they'd have done to celebrate that goal nowadays. They'd only be finishing whatever choreographed shit they had prepared now
I would be shocked if Bale cared about the fans
I think it being beneficial depends on the person. To some it'll be a testament to team spirit, and to others it'll be a superfluous gesture. I think something that needs to be accounted for is that the Welsh players have spoken about how much they enjoy playing for the national team, and this can only be advantageous. That famous England side (the golden generation) that had much more talent, were pretty outspoken about how they didn't really enjoy playing for their national team, they mentioned that the domestic club football was more important, and their were rifts between the players depending on which club they played for. I've quoted Ferdinand above, but there are similar comments from the majority of the players who played at that time.
You seem awful concerned during these Euros, concerned about Scottish Covid protocol, concerned about England players ignoring rules, now concerned about a welsh team huddle. Is it that concerning? Have a beer
disagree
I joke in this thread more than anything but I fully agree with all this more serious and sensible post
It’s baffling to think otherwise. Clearly the players are playing for Southgate and there’s no issues in the camp, any problems England have are very obviously tactical.
I fully believe the unity in the Welsh squad helps them. I don’t find that baffling.
I'm very concerned yes and if more people were like me the world would be a much safer place.
