LIVE Nations League: Denmark vs Wales

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Patrick Dorgu is fouled by Kieffer Moore wide on the Denmark left in a dangerous position for a cross.

A first set-piece chance for Denmark, that's how they scored both goals against Norway in midweek.

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Wales started on the front foot against Portugal on Thursday and will be hoping to do similar here today.

But as things stand there's been no chances to speak of, as both sides find their feet.

'A real humdinger'

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Nia Jones

Former Wales international on Match of the Day Wales

We could be in for a real humdinger of a match.

Wales will have to be at their best to win but hopefully we see some goals.

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Nathan Blake

Former Wales striker on BBC Radio Wales

There is a lot of pressure in the Denmark camp.

If your Wales you want to press them up high and put them on the backfoot straight from the get go and then maybe sit back and try to frustrate them.

KICK-OFF

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It is the hosts that get us under way here in Copenhagen.

Both teams looking to get their first wins of the campaign, and both with points to prove.

Should be a good one!

'Wales must be efficient'

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Robert Earnshaw

Former Wales striker on Match of the day Wales

Rasmus Hojlund is key. He has an eye for goal, energy and never gives up. He looks a much more confident player now he's at Napoli in comparison to when he was at Manchester United.

He seems to have two more years of maturity. He is a real danger. If Wales can keep him quiet that could be key to getting a positive result.

When Wales get chances, it's about efficiency. We did not look clinical enough with our chances against Portugal. If we can be efficient when we get the chances, it can be a real statement for Wales.

'You have to give everything'

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Craig Bellamy speaking on Match of the Day Wales: "We have to work hard for this if we want a positive result and a positive performance.

"Because of the opposition and the seeding, it's a tough ask but an amazing ask, you have to be excited for these moments.

"For us, with the players we have, you just have to give everything you have and leave nothing out there and we'll see what happens with the rest."

'We need to control the game for longer'

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Kath Morgan

Former Wales captain on BBC Radio Cymru

Denmark are going to be targeting this game as their best chance to get three points, so Wales have to competitive to challenge them.

We need to try and control the game for longer periods than we did against Portugal and I think we'll get the ball more today.

But the main thing is taking our chances. At the moment we need five or six chances before we score, and at this level that doesn't win you games.

'I would've played Koumas'

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Iwan Roberts

Former Wales striker on BBC Radio Cymru

I welcome the two changes on the wing for Wales because I don't think David Brooks and Brennan Johnson did enough against Portugal.

I would've played Lewis Koumas instead of Johnson, to see if him and Kieffer Moore can connect with each other.

Bellamy support crucial after serious injury - Wales' Burns

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It is usually the manager who pulls a player to one side before or after training to offer a word of advice or appreciation.

But it was the other way round with Craig Bellamy and Wes Burns.

Wales winger Burns says he made a point of pulling Bellamy aside to thank him for the "massive" support he gave him after a career-threatening knee injury that ended his Premier League dream in 2025.

Without Bellamy's backing, Burns said, his Wales career might have gone the same way.

"The world of football forgets you very, very fast when you're not playing," said the 31-year-old, who's back with the national team for the first time in two years.

Read more: Bellamy support crucial after serious injury - Burns

'Different type of game'

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Danny Gabbidon

Former Wales defender on BBC Radio Wales

It's going to be a different type of game.

With Kieffer Moore in the starting line-up I'd like to see us use his strengths because I expect Denmark to be right on the front foot and press a lot more than Portugal.

To have that option to get the ball into him and have players running off him is not too bad of an option.

Wales have to be 'cautious'

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Nia Jones

Former Wales international on Match of the Day Wales

It's a massive moment for Charlie Savage. He will be chomping at the bit.

Craig Bellamy making six changes will hopefully help Wales maintain their levels of intensity.

Wales will still have to be cautious of Denmark's quality. They've got Rasmus Hojlund and Mikel Damsgaard, who will pose threats.

They are a big, physical side, which may be why Kieffer Moore starts.

'It's going to be a big night for him'

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Nathan Blake

Former Wales striker on BBC Radio Wales

I'm a little surprised that Charlie Savage is starting, it's a brave decision from Craig Bellamy but we know he doesn't duck decisions like that.

It's going to be a big night for him, he's going to have to really watch himself because it's going to be difficult.

But if Craig didn't have confidence in him then he wouldn't be starting.

Do Wales have what it takes to survive League A?

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Wales were largely outclassed by Portugal in Lisbon in their Nations League opener on Thursday night.

Although they came close to earning what would have been a shock point at Estadio Jose Alvalade, Craig Bellamy's side are ultimately pointless and have had little time to ponder what could have been ahead of today's test in Copenhagen.

So what comes next, and can Wales get the positive result they so desperately crave in Nations League A?

BBC Sport Wales takes a closer look.

Two Red Walls

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Ian Mitchelmore

BBC Sport Wales at Parken Stadium

Wales have around 2,500 supporters here in Copenhagen.

And what an evening it is for them. The sub has been shining all day, and it has felt like a lovely, fresh and crisp autumn afternoon.

The players received a great reception as they made their way on to the pitch for the pre-match warm-ups.

But they have some competition at the other end of the stadium where the most fervent home supporters are housed.

The hosts have 'Den Rode Mur' plastered in the middle of the stand to our left, which translates to The Red Wall...

Key clash in group A4 relegation battle

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Mark Poyser

BBC Radio Wales commentator at Parken Stadium

It is supposed to be a different climate in Copenhagen compared to Lisbon, but the sun is beating down here at the Parken Stadium.

And for the loser today the heat will be on as far as staying in Nations League's top tier is concerned.

With Portugal and Norway looking like the powerhouses of group A4, the matches between these two could well be decisive.

Danish boss Brian Riemer described it yesterday as "a must-win", Craig Bellamy responded by saying "I wish Brian would calm down".

He believes it will go to the wire, but for that to happen Wales will need to find a way to get a result in one of these games before the November window.

Denmark in turmoil?

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Owain Llyr

BBC Radio Cymru commentator at Parken Stadium

There’s been a lot of talk about unrest within the Denmark camp.

They failed to reach the World Cup and since then manager Brian Riemer has been under pressure.

Things got worse on Thursday night with captain Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg criticising the team’s tactics after the 3-2 loss against Norway, saying the midfield system doesn’t work.

Hojbjerg has since apologised, but with everything that’s happened recently it could be a good time for Wales to face the Danes.

Style shift on show?

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Ian Mitchelmore

BBC Sport Wales at Parken Stadium

It feels as though we've seen something of a style shift in this camp already, which is perhaps understandable given the level of opposition Wales are up against.

Craig Bellamy spoke about his side's desire to press against Portugal, but at times it just proved too difficult.

The head coach has spoken about his desire to be a side that controls a game and not one that is reliant on counter attacks, as we saw from the word go when in Nations League B.

But the Danish view on Wales' intentions is mixed to say the least.

Speaking to Sgorio, Denmark forward Rasmus Hojlund said of Wales: "I think they've got a lot of speed, good on the counters."

Whereas boss Brian Riemer said: "I think he transformed the way Wales want to do things a bit, much more enjoying the ball now. So we expect a team that wants to enjoy the ball."

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