# Craig Bellamy's Wales Win Marks Turning Point

> Wales' win over Norway signals potential turning point for Bellamy's coaching tenure.
- Title: Craig Bellamy's Wales Win Marks Turning Point · BBC Sport
- Summary: Wales' win over Norway signals potential turning point for Bellamy's coaching tenure. Wales beat Norway 2-1 in Nations League A, securing first win in seven…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cqe8x87y3lg2o
- Published: 2026-10-02T09:36:29.434+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: wales, craig bellamy, nations league, wales men's football team, norway, wales football, euro 2028, wales coach, wales team, wales national team, wales football team, wales manager
## Wales win Norway
Wales beat Norway 2-1 in Nations League A, securing first win in seven games and first victory over a top-ranked side since 2023.

> Wales 2-1 Norway
## Bellamy's win after summer struggles
Bellamy won nine of 23 games since replacing Rob Page in July 2024, following World Cup disappointment and Burnley interest.

> Craig Bellamy has won nine of his 23 games in charge of Wales since replacing Rob Page in July 2024
## Fan criticism of Bellamy
Fans criticized Bellamy for lack of improvement after World Cup exit and Burnley interest, with some suggesting he needed to go.

> I think people were down on him after Bosnia, the way the game panned out and seeing mistakes we made on the night we'd made earlier in the campaign
## Bellamy's response
Bellamy admitted he needed to improve, acknowledging the pressure after fans felt he was 'talking a good game' without results.

> We need to improve; I need to improve
## Win rekindles fan confidence
The win over Norway rekindled fan confidence, with players like Neco Williams and Dan James contributing to the victory.

> Neco Williams and Dan James
## Bellamy's identity meeting
Bellamy held an 'identity meeting' with players to re-establish his initial coaching style after recent struggles.

> Bellamy admitted to having an 'identity meeting' with players to try and re-establish what had been the hallmarks of his initial time in charge
## Win boosts Nations League campaign
The win gives Wales a chance to remain in Nations League top tier and potentially gain seeding for Euro 2028 qualifiers.

> Wales v Denmark Nations League Group A4 Sunday, 4 October, 19:45 BST Cardiff City Stadium
## Fan reaction to win
Fans celebrated the win, with former teammate Joe Ledley noting the return of Bellamy's initial style and energy.

> I think people have wanted to see it back but they saw it here
## Next test against Denmark
Wales face Denmark in Nations League Group A4 on Sunday, October 4, 19:45 BST at Cardiff City Stadium.

> Wales v Denmark Nations League Group A4 Sunday, 4 October, 19:45 BST Cardiff City Stadium
## Turning point debate
Bellamy hopes the win is a turning point after recent struggles, with former teammate Robert Earnshaw calling it a 'statement win' for the team.

> Craig needed it, the team needed it, I think the whole nation needed it
## Key takeaway

Wales beat Norway 2-1 in Nations League A, securing first win in seven games and first victory over a top-ranked side since 2023, with Bellamy acknowledging the need for improvement after recent struggles.