Overview
- Joe Allen, who retired from international football in February 2023, has been recalled to the Wales squad by new manager Craig Bellamy.
- Allen's return comes as Wales faces injuries to key midfielders Aaron Ramsey and Ethan Ampadu.
- The 34-year-old Swansea midfielder has made only a few appearances from the bench this season but is considered crucial by Bellamy.
- Bellamy's tenure started positively with a draw against Turkey and a win over Montenegro in the Nations League.
- Sheffield United's Rhys Norrington-Davies and Bournemouth's David Brooks also return to the squad after long injury absences.