Gary Speed praises tough Switzerland

Speed praises tough Swiss

Wales manager Gary Speed has said that Switzerland are the hardest team his side has faced in Euro 2012 qualifying after their 2-0 win in Swansea.

Goals from captain Aaron Ramsey and Gareth Bale have moved Speed's side up to fourth in Group G, with a potential final standing of third.

"I think Switzerland were the best team we've played and they caused us some problems," said Speed.

"In the second half there was a couple of decisions where we could have had a couple of penalties before we got one, and there was the sending off [of Switzerland's Reto Ziegler].

"So it went our way in that respect but the win was certainly deserved and well earned."

Wales conclude their qualifying fixtures with a trip to Bulgaria on Tuesday.

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