FAW chief David Adams defends Craig Bellamy's talks with Burnley
According to BBC Sport, FAW chief David Adams defends Craig Bellamy's summer talks with Burnley, saying it was the right move for him to explore club-management opportunities while his Wales duties continue; Bellamy had discussions about succeeding Scott Parker at Burnley but remained in his Wales role as his contract runs to Euro 2028. Adams also highlighted succession planning, the FAW's preference for Wales-connected managers, and noted a 2029 women's Champions League final at the Principality Stadium as a game-changer for Wales football, with notable growth in attendance from 1,000 at Rodney Parade to 15,000 at Cardiff City Stadium, as Wales women eye a World Cup bid and ongoing Euro 2025/2027 qualification matches.
Key facts
- 01Bellamy spoke with Burnley in the summer about potentially succeeding Scott Parker at Turf Moor; he later stayed with Wales.
- 02Adams says it was right for Bellamy to speak to Burnley and that leaks affected the situation.
- 03FAW maintains succession planning with a profile of former internationals and a preference for Wales-connected managers.
- 04Principality Stadium will host the 2029 women’s Champions League final, described as a game-changer; attendance growth noted from 1,000 at Rodney Parade to 15,000 at Cardiff City Stadium.
- 05Wales women have qualified for a major tournament under Rhian Wilkinson (Euro 2025 in Switzerland) and are pursuing a World Cup spot with a double header against Albania in the ongoing qualification cycle.
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