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Colwill aims to face Ronaldo and Haaland in Nations League

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 5:07 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Colwill aims to face Ronaldo and Haaland in Nations League
Summary

Joel Colwill, a midfielder for Cardiff City, is included in Wales' 28-man squad for the Nations League A campaign against Portugal, Norway, and Denmark. Colwill has experienced a rapid rise, moving from League One to the prospect of playing against stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland in just a year. As Wales prepares for their match against Portugal in Lisbon on September 24, Colwill expresses his excitement and disbelief at the possibility of sharing the pitch with such legendary players. Ronaldo has been named in the Portugal squad, suggesting he will continue his international career despite recent World Cup considerations.

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  • •Colwill joins Wales squad for Nations League matches
  • •Wales faces Portugal on September 24
  • •Colwill's career progressed from League One to international fixtures
  • •Ronaldo included in Portugal squad after World Cup exit
  • •Colwill admires both Ronaldo and Messi's legacies
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  • 5:07 AMYahoo Sports — Colwill's 'surreal' Ronaldo and Haaland ambition
  • 5:07 AMBBC Sport — Colwill's 'surreal' Ronaldo and Haaland ambition
What they're saying
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In just 12 months, the Cardiff City midfielder has gone from League One football to the prospect of facing Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland.

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In just 12 months, the Cardiff City midfielder has gone from League One football to the prospect of facing Cristiano Ronaldo and Erling Haaland.

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