Wales sadly didn’t qualify for Euro 2024 after losing to Poland in a penalty shootout in Cardiff. Daniel James missed Wales’ only spot-kick, while Poland scored all five of theirs. Despite Poland not having a single shot on target during the game, they won. Now, Poland, along with France, Netherlands, and Austria, will be in Group D at this summer’s Euros in Germany.
Disheartened Wales now have to watch from a distance after failing to qualify for a European Championship for the first time since 2012. The shock on the players’ faces and the silence in the crowd said it all. It’ll take time to process this painful loss, and even longer for Page, his players, and the Football Association of Wales to figure out what it means for the team’s future. For now, they just have to bear the pain. This defeat is reminiscent of the heartbreaks from the past that have defined Welsh football.
The missed chances and tense moments throughout the match only added to the anxiety. Despite their efforts, Wales couldn’t hold off Poland’s relentless pressure, and even with a player sent off, they made it to penalties. Unfortunately, Poland converted all their spot-kicks, while Wales’ Daniel James missed, sealing their heartbreaking loss.
