Craig Bellamy has been named as the brand new Wales supervisor.
Bellamy succeeds Rob Web page – who was sacked final month – after turning down the chance to remain at Burnley beneath new supervisor Scott Parker.
He has signed a contract till 2028.
Senior FAW (Soccer Affiliation of Wales) figures together with chief government Noel Mooney and technical director David Adams had been on the coronary heart of the seek for Wales’ new supervisor.
Bellamy, 44, is a former Wales captain who performed 78 occasions for his nation between 1998 and 2013.
“It’s an incredible honour for me to be given the opportunity to lead my country and it’s the proudest moment of my career,” Bellamy mentioned in a press release launched on the FAW’s official web site.
“It was at all times my final dream to turn out to be the Cymru head coach and I’m prepared for the problem.
“I will give my full commitment to develop this team and I am passionate to bring continued success into Welsh football. I can’t wait to get started with our Nations League games in September.”
Bellamy’s first recreation in cost might be on Friday September 6, when Turkey go to the Cardiff Metropolis Stadium.
‘I simply could not flip it down’
After leaving Burnley – the place he had labored as first staff coach beneath Vincent Kompany since July 2022 – Bellamy penned a message to the Clarets’ followers.
“From the first moment I walked into the training ground at Burnley, I knew it was the right club for me and I have loved every moment since.
“The relationships I’ve with Alan [Pace], JJ [Watt] and all of the folks on the membership, in each division, made my time at Burnley particular and leaving a very tough determination.
Bellamy had been working beneath Vincent Kompany at Burnley
“But the chance to be the manager of Wales, my country, has always been a dream that has never left me and a chance I just couldn’t turn down.
“I want Scotty all the perfect, he is a superb individual and a detailed good friend and the membership is in nice fingers.
“To all the Burnley fans that made me feel so welcome – thank you and I’ll see you again soon! Belluz.”
Clarets chairman Alan Tempo added: “I want to thank Craig for all his hard work during his time at Burnley and wish him the best for his new position as Wales manager.”
“Craig has been a very important part of our wonderful journey the last two years. I’ve admired his leadership, knowledge and passion.”
“I am certain that he will continue to find success in his new role and I wish him the very best of luck.”
