Burnley's Craig Bellamy Link Puts Wales in Tough Spot

Burnley's potential appointment of Craig Bellamy as head coach has put Wales in a tough spot ahead of their Nations League campaign. Bellamy's move to Turf Moor fell through, leaving Wales without a key figure. The team is winless in four matches this season.

Nathan Blake believes the collapse of Craig Bellamy's proposed move to Burnley has put Wales in a "hard position" going into their Nations League A campaign. Bellamy, 47, seemed set to be appointed as the Clarets' head coach in the summer only for his move to Turf Moor fall through.

Why it matters for Burnley

Burnley's recent form has been DLDLL, with the team struggling to find consistency. The Clarets are 19th in the Premier League, with 22 points from 38 games. They are 63 points behind leaders Arsenal.

Wales begin their Nations League campaign against Portugal in Lisbon on 24 September. Bellamy's side then meet Norway and Denmark at Cardiff City Stadium in October. The final two matches of the campaign take place in November with Wales travelling to Norway before hosting Portugal.

Impact on Wales

Former Wales international Nia Jones feels Bellamy has bridges to build as his side prepare for a return to competitive action next month. "He's got a bit of making up to do now given what's happened in the last couple of months," she said.

League standing

Burnley are 19th in the Premier League, with 22 points from 38 games. They have scored 38 goals this season, conceding 75. Their recent form has been DLDLL, with the team struggling to find consistency.

Recent form

Burnley's recent form has been DLDLL, with the team struggling to find consistency. The Clarets are 0W-4D-1L in their last five matches, with their most recent result being a 1-1 draw against Wolves on 24 May 2026.