"Its just a special country to be a part of" - 100 caps for Bale in Belarus clash
Last updated 13th Nov 2021
Wales captain Gareth Bale admits it will be "special" to win his 100th cap for his country in their World Cup qualifier against Belarus later.
The forward has recovered from a hamstring tear that's kept him out of action for two months to be available for the clash in Cardiff.
Bale says he's immensely proud to have reached the milestone.
"Its hard to describe the feeling of playing for Wales but its just such a special country. There's such a special bond between the players, the staff and the fans its just such a special country to be a part of and I'm very, very proud and honoured to be a Welshman."
A win over Belarus for Wales in Cardiff would take them to within one point of sealing a top two finish in their group.
There was another milestone for Wales last night - this time the Under 21s.
They recorded their biggest ever result as Paul Bodin’s side beat Gibraltar 7-0 in their UEFA U21 EURO Qualifying Round match.
The match at the Victoria Stadium was the first time the two countries faced each other in international football. Paul Bodin made very few changes from the side that lost to the Netherlands last month but handed Ryan Astley his U21 debut at full back.