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Chris Gunter named Wales Under-18 coach while at Oxford United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 10:44 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Chris Gunter named Wales Under-18 coach while at Oxford United
Summary

Chris Gunter has been appointed as the Wales Under-18 coach for the 2026-27 season while simultaneously serving as an assistant coach at Oxford United. The former defender, who has 109 caps for Wales, previously led the nation's under-19 team during the recent UEFA Men's Under-19 Championship. The Football Association of Wales stated that Gunter will fulfill both roles during the upcoming season. Jon Grey has been appointed as the men's under-19 coach, with other appointments made for under-17 and under-16 teams.

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  • •Chris Gunter named Wales Under-18 coach for 2026-27.
  • •Gunter also serves as assistant boss at Oxford United.
  • •He led the under-19 side at the recent UEFA championship.
  • •Jon Grey takes charge of the men's under-19 team.
  • •Coaching roles for other age groups also filled.
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  • 10:44 AMYahoo Sports — Gunter to combine new Wales role with Oxford job
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Chris Gunter named Wales Under-18 coach for 2026-27 despite joining Oxford United as assistant boss to Aaron Ramsey last month.

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