Craig Bellamy, the manager of Wales' national football team, has expressed his hope to renew his rivalry with Canada's Jesse Marsch at the upcoming World Cup. If Wales secure a spot in the tournament by winning their play-off semi-final and final, they will be facing off against Canada in Toronto, as well as Switzerland and Qatar.
The two managers have a history of animosity after an ill-tempered finish to their friendly match earlier this year. Bellamy was unhappy with Marsch's team celebrating their 1-0 win over Wales before the final whistle, while the Canadian players and coaches were exuberant in their celebrations afterwards.
Bellamy joked that he got lost watching the World Cup draw after Friday's lengthy and drawn-out event, but revealed that his mind has been focused on beating Canada to secure a spot in the tournament. The former Liverpool and Manchester City player acknowledged that he finds Marsch interesting, despite their differences, and believes that their teams are evenly matched.
The two teams will have another chance to clash when they meet at the World Cup, with Bellamy warning that all his celebrations could "wind him up" - a reference to his reputation for being a fiery individual.
The two managers have a history of animosity after an ill-tempered finish to their friendly match earlier this year. Bellamy was unhappy with Marsch's team celebrating their 1-0 win over Wales before the final whistle, while the Canadian players and coaches were exuberant in their celebrations afterwards.
Bellamy joked that he got lost watching the World Cup draw after Friday's lengthy and drawn-out event, but revealed that his mind has been focused on beating Canada to secure a spot in the tournament. The former Liverpool and Manchester City player acknowledged that he finds Marsch interesting, despite their differences, and believes that their teams are evenly matched.
The two teams will have another chance to clash when they meet at the World Cup, with Bellamy warning that all his celebrations could "wind him up" - a reference to his reputation for being a fiery individual.
️. I mean, Craig Bellamy's already hyped up about beating Jesse Marsch's team, and that kind of passion is what makes football so amazing 
. The history between these two managers is pretty heated, but it's also what makes their matches so intense 
️. I love how Bellamy's not taking it too seriously, though - he's just excited to give Canada a hard time 
. And honestly, the idea of watching them go head-to-head at the World Cup has me salivating! Can't wait for that match in Toronto 
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. Like, chill out guys! It's just a game. Craig Bellamy is always one to stir the pot with his jokes about getting lost watching the draw lol... honestly, can't he just focus on getting Wales into the tournament instead of trash talking Marsch? And seriously, what's up with the Canadian team celebrating that 1-0 win before the final whistle? Classy move, I guess? 
. Like I get it, they got some history there and both teams are evenly matched... but Craig Bellamy seems pretty confident that Wales can take down Canada. And honestly, I wouldn't put it past him - he's a fiery guy after all 
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bellamy's got a history to settle with marsch, and i gotta say, their rivalry is about to get real 
. both teams are evenly matched, so it's gonna be a tough one for wales to take down canada. but you know what? i think this is exactly what wales needs - a bit of fire in the belly to drive them forward 
he's always been a passionate guy, but it seems like those emotions can get the best of him at times. I remember when I was playing in local matches and I'd be so focused on beating our rival team, but also really frustrated if things didn't go our way... it's just the fire that burns inside ya, y'know? 
... but seriously though, I hope he can keep his cool when he faces off against Marsch again. Those two have a history and I'm sure it'll be intense in the World Cup match 
But I gotta say, I'm a bit concerned about our team's defense. We've had some issues with conceding goals in our recent matches... I mean, who wants to be on the receiving end of 1-0 losses? 
Still, I think we've got a good shot at taking down Canada and the other teams we'll be facing. Marsch might have gotten under Bellamy's skin earlier this year, but I think it'll all come out in the wash during the tournament. Can't wait to see some top-notch footy in Toronto! 
. That friendly match earlier this year was intense, but I'm hyped for the World Cup matchup 
. Should make for some thrilling matches ahead 
wales got some solid squad players, like ben alfie 
and hughes 
he's like the ultimate sore winner but honestly i think their rivalry is gonna be fire 
! You know I've always said that good sportsmanship is key, but it's clear that Craig Bellamy and Jesse Marsch are gonna bring the heat 
), it'll be interesting to see if they can keep their cool under pressure 
Craig Bellamy's got a point tho, Marsch & Wales are def evenly matched. I love how intense they are on the pitch, reminds me of a good old-school footy rivalry! 
this new rivalry between craig bellamy and jesse marsch is gonna be EPIC 
bellamy joked about getting lost watching the draw lol i can imagine him trying to keep it together 
it'll be interesting to see how both teams prepare for this one, especially since marsch was pretty harsh after that friendly match earlier on 
lets hope we get some great football out of it 
