Bellamy discusses Koumas' role as Wales' centre-forward

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Bellamy discusses Koumas' role as Wales' centre-forward
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Wales head coach Craig Bellamy expressed confidence in Lewis Koumas' future as a centre-forward. Koumas, 20, scored his first international goal in a 1-1 friendly draw against Ghana at Cardiff City Stadium. Despite primarily playing on the left wing, Bellamy highlighted a shortage of genuine strikers in the Welsh setup, emphasizing Koumas' potential in the central role. The friendly marked Wales' final match of the season, following their missed World Cup opportunity. Ghana is preparing for their World Cup campaign which begins with a match against Panama.

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  • Koumas scored his first goal for Wales in a draw against Ghana
  • Bellamy sees Koumas as a future centre-forward
  • Wales lacks options at striker compared to wingers
  • Ghana prepares for World Cup with tough group
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Wales head coach Craig Bellamy believes Lewis Koumas' international future will be as a centre-forward.

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