Wales fc

Memories of Wales at the 1958 World Cup are held by a dwindling few; the failures of 1977, 1985 and 1993 can be banished on Sunday against a Ukraine side ...

Ukraine await in a final that Wales host with home advantage and with overwhelming support inside the ground. Wales reach FIFA's World Cup play-off final with some aplomb. A night to forget. Ukraine has now been at war for over 100 days since Russia invaded its territory in February. For Wales have been dreaming for an extremely long time about playing at a World Cup. Memories of Wales at the 1958 tournament are held by a dwindling few such has been the lengthy passing of time. Memories of Wales at the 1958 World Cup are held by a dwindling few; the failures of 1977, 1985 and 1993 can be banished on Sunday against a Ukraine side whose motivation for victory is clear, writes Geraint Hughes