Wales U21

The Wales national under-21 football team, also known as the Wales U21s, is the national under-21 football team of Wales and is controlled by the Football Association of Wales. The team competes in the UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship, held every two years. To date Wales haven't yet qualified for the finals tournament but in recent years have shown good form, losing in a playoff (5–4) to England in the 2009 qualifying campaign and finishing second in their group two years later, after leading their group until their last game Wales only needed a draw to qualify for the play-offs but lost 1–0 away to Italy.

The under-21 team came into existence following the realignment of UEFA's youth competitions in 1976. A goalless draw in a friendly against England at Wolverhampton Wanderers' Molineux Stadium was Wales U21s' first result.

The national under-21 team is the highest level of youth football in Wales, and is open to any players who were born in Wales or whose parents or grandparents were born in Wales. This team is for Welsh players aged 21 or under at the start of a two-year European Under-21 Football Championship campaign, so players can be, and often are, up to 23 years old. Also in existence are teams for Under-20s (for non-UEFA tournaments), Under-19s and Under 17s. As long as they are eligible, players can play at any level, making it possible to play for the U21s, senior side and again for the U21s.

Wales U21 is the national under-21 soccer team representing Wales in international competitions. The team is made up of talented young players who are looking to make a name for themselves in the world of soccer. With a rich history of producing top talent, Wales U21 is known for its strong work ethic, technical ability, and passion for the game.

The team competes in various tournaments and qualifiers, aiming to qualify for major international competitions such as the UEFA European Under-21 Championship. Coached by experienced professionals, Wales U21 is dedicated to developing young players and preparing them for the senior national team.

Wales U21 has a loyal fan base that supports the team through thick and thin, cheering them on as they strive for success on the international stage. With a bright future ahead, Wales U21 is a team to watch out for in the world of soccer.