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Bellamy wants more from Wales after loss to Portugal

Following a narrow one-goal defeat to Portugal in their Nations League opening fixture, Wales manager Craig acknowledged his team spent long periods defending without possession. Despite the hosts controlling the tempo in Lisbon and having a Cristiano Ronaldo effort chalked off by the video assistant referee, a depleted Welsh lineup finished strongly with late chances from Brennan Johnson and Lewis Koumas.

While the spotlight largely focused on the forty-one-year-old forward during the buildup at the venue, Craig remained unfazed by the billion-pound opposition. The visiting boss expressed immense pride in his players' defensive energy and stated his desire to lock horns with the legendary Portuguese striker again when the two sides meet for the return fixture in Cardiff later this year.