4) Aaron Ramsey
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Unlike his new bleach blonde hairstyle, Ramsey’s performances in Wales’ first two matches didn’t exactly catch the eye. Whether it was the brilliant tackle to prevent Dele Alli or squaring up the ball for Hal Robson-Kanu’s winner against Slovakia, the quality had never been in question but thus far it had only been visible in patches.
Producing a man-of-the-match performance in the rampaging victory over Russia in Toulouse, Aaron Ramsey did well to send another timely reminder of his prowess, and that there is more to the Red Dragons than just Gareth Bale.
The Arsenal man scored the opener – a delightful chip finishing off an even exquisite Joe Allen through ball. He appeared everywhere, running the length of the pitch chasing the ball, setting up Gareth Bale for Wales’ third to cap off a night of dominance.
A direct hand in 9 out of Wales’ 11 goals during the qualifiers and his uncanny ability to combine upfront, providing an additional attacking impetus whenever in possession is testament to the fact that Ramsey’s performances remain just as critical to Welsh fortunes as Bale’s.
