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Ashley Williams slams Croatia pitch
Ashley Williams says that he should have done better with his back pass that led to Croatia's opening goal.Oct 17, 07:56
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Wales manager Chris Coleman refuses to blame Ashley Williams for Croatia defeat
Wales boss Chris Coleman insists that Ashley Williams was not to blame for his side's 2-0 away defeat to Croatia despite making a mistake that led to the opening goal.Oct 17, 01:44
Chris Coleman: 'Wales didn't give up'
Chris Coleman is pleased with his players' performance despite losing 2-0 to Croatia.Oct 16, 21:29
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole brings you match analysis from Croatia's 2-0 win over Wales.
Match Report
Goals either side of half-time from Mario Mandzukic and Eduardo give Croatia a two-goal triumph over Wales.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary from the Group A World Cup qualifier between Croatia and Wales.
HT Report
Mario Mandzukic capitalises on a Welsh defensive mix-up to give Croatia a one-goal half-time lead in Osijek.
Team News
The suspended Aaron Ramsey is replaced by Andy King in the Wales starting lineup for this evening's trip to Croatia.
Preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wales's trip to Croatia in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier.
Build-up
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Davor Suker: 'Gareth Bale can be dangerous against Croatia'
Davor Suker admits that Wales's winger Gareth Bale "can be a dangerous man" against Croatia in Osijek on Tuesday.Oct 16, 00:57
Adam Matthews to return for Wales?
Wales boss Chris Coleman reveals that Adam Matthews could start in Tuesday's World Cup qualification clash against Croatia.Oct 15, 15:50
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Joe Allen wants Wales to build on Scotland win against Croatia on Tuesday
Joe Allen thinks that Wales can build on a morale-boosting win over Scotland to shock Croatia on Tuesday.Oct 15, 01:14
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David Edwards called into Wales squad
Wales midfielder David Edwards is called into the Wales squad for Tuesday's World Cup qualification clash with Croatia.Oct 14, 16:36
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