Wales boss Bellamy to keep 'best job in the world'

Former Wales captain Craig Bellamy played for the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City Craig Bellamy has underlined his commitment to staying on as Wales head coach, describing it as the best job in the world. Wales missed out on World Cup qualification in agonising fashion last Thursday, losing their play-off semi-final to Bosnia-Herzegovina on penalties. Bellamy, who was appointed in July 2024, is contracted until 2028 but has been linked with clubs including Celtic.

However, the 46-year-old has distanced himself from such speculation and wants to lead Wales at Euro 2028, which they will co-host with England, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland. "The heartbreak is actually more than I anticipated, but the energy to refocus and go again is definitely still there," said Bellamy. "I really enjoy this.

We'll talk more after it [Tuesday's friendly against Northern Ireland] probably because my mind is just so focused on the present moment. But it's the best role in the world. "Nothing will ever compare to this so why would I want to wish it away?

I've really enjoyed doing this and I still do. " What next for Bellamy and Wales after World Cup agony? Following Thursday's defeat, Wales will not contest Tuesday's play-off final against Italy but will instead host Northern Ireland – who lost to the Azzurri in the other semi-final – in a friendly at Cardiff City Stadium.