# Bellamy: Abuse Criticism After Wales Win

> Wales coach Bellamy admits abuse during winless run ends after Norway victory.
- Title: Bellamy: Abuse Criticism After Wales Win · BBC Sport
- Summary: Wales coach Bellamy admits abuse during winless run ends after Norway victory. Wales head coach Craig Bellamy says criticism and abuse he faced during a…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6zxzx1d484zo
- Published: 2026-10-01T22:56:09.609+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: craig bellamy, wales, norway, nations league, wales men's football team, cardiff city stadium, sports
## Bellamy's winless run ends
Head coach Craig Bellamy says Wales ended a six-game winless run with a 2-1 victory over Norway at Cardiff City Stadium.
## Bellamy faces criticism
Bellamy revealed criticism and abuse he received since Wales' loss to Bosnia-Herzegovina in March 2026.
## Abuse affects family
Bellamy said the abuse impacted his family, stating he 'felt the stick' since the Bosnia loss.

> I've felt the stick
## Bellamy's response
Bellamy urged kindness, saying Wales' small size should allow mutual support rather than abuse.

> We're such a small country, why can't we have each other's backs?
## Bellamy's commitment
Bellamy emphasized his dedication to Wales, turning down big money to stay with the team.

> I give everything for my country. Everything.
## Key takeaway

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy says criticism and abuse he faced during a six-game winless run ended after beating Norway 2-1 in Nations League.