Wales Claim Historic First Commonwealth Games Football Title
Wales have taken home the first Commonwealth Games football title in their history, with the women's football team beating Australia 3-2 in a thrilling final.
Wales have collected 19 medals so far at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with three gold, six silver, and 10 bronze medals.
The country's most successful Games were on the Gold Coast in 2018, where they won 36 medals, including 10 golds, 12 silvers, and 14 bronze.
Gymnast Ruby Evans won Wales' first gold of the Games in the women's floor event.
Wales' football team, led by their captain, has been a highlight of the Games, with their historic victory marking a significant milestone for the country's football team.
The 2026 medals include six in swimming, four in athletics, three in artistic gymnastics, and one each in bowls and weightlifting.
The swimming relay podium position count as one medal per race, but all the competitors who took part in the heat or finals of that event will be given a medal.
That means 13 Welsh swimmers leave Glasgow with medals.
Wales at the Commonwealth Games have also had success in Para-swimming, Para-athletics, Para-cycling, and Para-bowls.
The country's Para-athletes have won several medals, including Ela Letton-Jones' silver in the women's S13 100m freestyle.
Wales' boxers have also had success, with Owain Harris-Allan, Orlando Holley-Sotomi, and Connor Williams reaching the semi-finals and guaranteed at least a bronze medal.
Earlier, the country's artistic gymnasts, including Abigail Roper and Emily Roper, won bronze medals in the women's vault and uneven bars events.
After the match, the Welsh team celebrated their historic victory, with the team's coach praising their hard work and dedication.
The team's success is a testament to the country's growing football talent and a significant milestone for the sport in Wales.
The Commonwealth Games have been a resounding success for Wales, with the country's athletes taking home a total of 19 medals so far.
The Games, which have been streamed live and attended by thousands, have brought together athletes from across the Commonwealth to compete in a variety of sports.
The event has been a highlight of the sporting calendar, with many athletes competing in their first major international tournament.
On Tuesday, the Welsh team will return home to a hero's welcome, with fans and supporters celebrating their historic victory.
The team's success is a significant milestone for the country's football team and a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team and their coaches.
Source: Yahoo Sports