Wales Secures 3-1 Victory Over Kazakhstan in World Cup Qualifier

Wales secured a vital 3-1 victory over Kazakhstan in their World Cup qualifying opener at Cardiff City Stadium, despite facing a scare when Kazakhstan equalized through a penalty from Askhat Tagybergen. Daniel James opened the scoring early for Wales, but a handball by Connor Roberts allowed Kazakhstan to level the match. Captain Ben Davies regained the lead for Wales shortly after halftime, and substitute Rabbi Matondo sealed the win with a late goal. Coach Craig Bellamy expressed satisfaction with the three points but acknowledged the need for improvement as they prepare for a tougher match against North Macedonia. The win marked a solid start for Wales in their quest to qualify for the Qatar 2026 World Cup, building on an unbeaten streak under Bellamy's leadership.