Chris Coleman recalls Wales' Euro 2016 opener against Slovakia
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:34 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Wales faced Slovakia in their first match at Euro 2016 on June 11, relived by then-manager Chris Coleman in a recent interview. Coleman described the vibrant atmosphere in Bordeaux, likening it to Cardiff, as the squad departed their hotel. This reflection is part of the documentary series 'Iconic: The Summer that Changed Welsh Football'. Episode one is currently available, with episode two set to air on BBC Radio Wales on June 15.
- •Wales played Slovakia on June 11, 2016, at Euro 2016.
- •Chris Coleman reminisced about the match atmosphere in Bordeaux.
- •The documentary series focuses on the pivotal moments in Welsh football.
- •Episode one of the series is available now on BBC Sounds.
- •Episode two will air on BBC Radio Wales on June 15.
- 3:34 AMBBC Sport — ‘It was like being in Cardiff – there were Welsh fans everywhere’
"Wales faced Slovakia in their first match at Euro 2016 on 11 June - then Wales boss Chris Coleman relives that day in Bordeaux a decade ago.
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