Wales' Women's World Cup qualifier against Montenegro is threatened by travel chaos. Coach Rhian Wilkinson insists the team will not let the disruption affect their performance despite a nightmare journey.
Wales women's football team's journey to Montenegro for a World Cup qualifier was severely disrupted by bad weather, forcing them to divert to Brindisi, Italy. Head coach Rhian Wilkinson and staff had to sleep at the airport due to a lack of hotel rooms.
Wales' Women's World Cup qualifier preparations were disrupted when their flight to Montenegro was diverted to Brindisi, Italy, due to electrical storms. Head coach Rhian Wilkinson and staff slept in the airport after failing to secure hotel rooms.
Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson has extended her contract until 2029, ensuring her leadership through the 2027 Nations League campaign and Euro 2029 qualifiers. Appointed in 2024, she previously led Wales to their first women's major tournament, Euro 2025.
