Welsh media are all saying the same thing about Tottenham’s Ben Davies after Wales’ 3-1 win vs Kazakhstan
Ben Davies starred for Wales as they beat 3-1 Kazakhstan in the opening game of their qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Davies was paired by former Tottenham Hotspur defender Joe Rodon at centre-back and managed to score as well as provide an assist on Saturday night.
Ben Davies’ endeavour in winning back the ball from inside the opposition box and handing Daniel James a golden opportunity to score was impressive as Wales initially took the lead.
The Spurs defender’s close-range header meant Craig Bellamy’s side went 2-1 up before Rabbi Matondo’s third goal put the game to bed. Recently, Aaron Lennon claimed Davies is “underrated” for Tottenham but the Welsh public must value him highly.
Davies, who Heung-min Son named as his favourite-ever teammate might go under the radar at times but those who play with him seem to rate him highly as both a player and a character.
Welsh media hail ‘solid’ Ben Davies after Wales beat Kazakhstan
Wales boss Craig Bellamy must be relieved that he can still rely on Davies, 31 who is their skipper and has the experience of playing at the highest level — as he proved by stepping up against Kazakhstan.
This Welsh side have plenty of players still looking to prove themselves for both club and country, such as Brennan Johnson and Neco Williams and working with the former Swansea centre-back will help them in their development.
Davies must enjoy the responsibility of being the senior figure in the side, perhaps having learned loads about being a leader from his nation’s previous captains such as Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey.
