Euro 2016: Russia vs Wales - 5 players to watch out for

Gareth Bale Wales
Can Gareth Bale lead the Welsh into the Round of 16?

#2 Aaron Ramsey

Aaron Ramsey
Aaron Ramsey had an off day against England last time round

Aaron Ramsey, along with Bale, had a hand in 9 of the 11 goals Wales scored during qualifying. The most creative midfielder amongst the Welsh ranks, Ramsey has distinctly underwhelmed in the opening 2 matches for the Welsh, despite recording an assist.

His performance against Slovakia was a bit of a hit and miss. While he did provide the assist for the winning goal, his tendency to dribble through the centre got him in trouble more often than not. Against England too, Ramsey had to weather flak from critics and fans alike, who felt he should have contributed more in terms of effort and creativity in the middle.

When at his best, Ramsey provides an attacking thrust through the centre of the pitch, which is the inception of swift and direct attacks that Chirs Coleman’s men rely on. Possessing a decent turn of pace and impressive ball control, Ramsey can orchestrate play in the opposition half with ease. Welsh fans will be hoping the Aaron Ramsey of qualifying, rather than the Ramsey of the first 2 Euro 2016 matches, turns up for this crucial final encounter.

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