Australia cap Hughes called up by Wales
Summary
Australia-capped footballer Laura Hughes has been called up to join the Wales national team for their upcoming training camp in Spain. Although she played once for Australia in a friendly match, she is eligible for Wales due to her Welsh heritage and the non-competitive nature of that game. Wales' preparation includes friendlies against Switzerland and another team yet to be confirmed, as they gear up for the 2027 Women's World Cup qualifiers.Key Facts
- Laura Hughes, a midfielder for Melbourne City, has been named in the Wales squad.
- She played once for Australia in a non-competitive match, allowing her to switch to Wales.
- Wales will face Switzerland in a friendly match on December 2 in Spain.
- The Welsh team will play another friendly on November 28, but opponents are not yet decided.
- This call-up marks Hughes' first inclusion in the Welsh team.
- Several players return to the squad after missing previous matches due to injuries.
- The Spanish camp is part of preparations for the 2027 Women's World Cup qualifiers.
- Wales has not won in their last 11 games and has lost seven in a row.
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