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Celebration of football at Welsh Sports Hall of Fame

Several former Cymru internationals have been inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame ‘Roll of Honour'.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 9:30 PM
Celebration of football at Welsh Sports Hall of Fame
Key Things to Know
  • Several former Wales internationals and key figures were inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame.
  • Inductees include Chris Coleman, Jess Fishlock, Nia Jones, and referee Mervyn 'Sandy' Griffiths.
  • Six players from the 1976 European Championship squad were honored, three of them posthumously.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Multiple Welsh football legends have been inducted into the Welsh Sports Hall of Fame 'Roll of Honour' during an event celebrating the FAW's 150th anniversary at Cardiff's Parkgate Hotel. Honorees included former head coach Chris Coleman, centurion Jess Fishlock, dual-sport athlete Nia Jones, referee Mervyn 'Sandy' Griffiths, and six members of Wales' 1976 European Championship quarter-final squad.

Brian Flynn, Alan Curtis, and Mickey Thomas attended to receive their awards in person, while Dai Davies, Leighton James, and Joey Jones were honored posthumously. Additionally, FAW President Mike Jones accepted 'The Rhodri' award on behalf of the association for its outstanding contribution to Welsh sport.

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