Wales aims for Euro 2028 after Bosnia play-off loss, says Rush
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 4:30 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Ian Rush emphasizes that Wales must learn from their recent World Cup play-off semi-final defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina as they prepare for Euro 2028 qualification. The team has yet to secure a win this year and faces tough opponents in the Nations League, including Portugal, Norway, and Denmark. Rush is optimistic about manager Craig Bellamy's capabilities, noting the potential of players like Harry Wilson and Lewis Koumas. Wales begins their Nations League campaign against Portugal on September 24, followed by matches against Denmark and Norway in October.
- •Wales is winless in four matches this year.
- •Rush insists Wales must focus on qualifying for Euro 2028.
- •Wales starts the Nations League campaign against Portugal in Lisbon on September 24.
- •Craig Bellamy remains committed to the Football Association of Wales.
- •Players like Harry Wilson have made impactful club moves this summer.
- 4:30 AMYahoo Sports — Wales must learn from Bosnia loss in Euros bid - Rush
- 4:30 AMBBC Sport — Wales must learn from Bosnia loss in Euros bid - Rush
"Ian Rush says reaching Euro 2028 is a must for Wales as they bid to put their 2026 World Cup qualifying heartbreak behind them.
"Ian Rush says reaching Euro 2028 is a must for Wales as they bid to put their 2026 World Cup qualifying heartbreak behind them.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 4:30 AMWales must learn from Bosnia loss in Euros bid - Rush
Ian Rush says reaching Euro 2028 is a must for Wales as they bid to put their 2026 World Cup qualifying heartbreak behind them.
- BBC SportAug 9, 2026, 4:30 AMWales must learn from Bosnia loss in Euros bid - Rush
Ian Rush says reaching Euro 2028 is a must for Wales as they bid to put their 2026 World Cup qualifying heartbreak behind them.
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