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“Didn’t impact the game”: Welsh media on Bolton Wanderers man’s display vs Portugal

Bolton Wanderers' midfielder played the full 90 minutes for Wales as they slumped to a 1-0 loss away against Portugal in Lisbon.

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 6:55 AM
“Didn’t impact the game”: Welsh media on Bolton Wanderers man’s display vs Portugal
Key Things to Know
  • Wales suffered a 1-0 loss to Portugal in Lisbon during their Nations League Group D campaign opener.
  • Josh Sheehan played the full 90 minutes under manager Craig Bellamy, earning his 20th cap.
  • Welsh journalist Glen Williams rated Sheehan 5/10, stating the midfielder did not impact the game enough in possession.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bolton Wanderers midfielder Josh Sheehan received criticism from Welsh media following Wales' 1-0 defeat against Portugal in Lisbon on Thursday night. Sheehan played the full 90 minutes in the Nations League Group D opener under manager Craig Bellamy, earning his 20th international cap ahead of Jordan James and Joel Colwill after Wales conceded a decisive goal in the 22nd minute.

WalesOnline reporter Glen Williams awarded the 31-year-old midfielder a 5/10 rating, stating he did not impact the game enough in possession. Sheehan, who is under contract with Steven Schumacher's Bolton side until 2028, will look to feature again as Wales prepare to face Denmark and Norway in upcoming fixtures.

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