Coleman Had A Dream

Dai and Ruth return to discuss the World Cup playoffs draw, and we are set to face Austria and one of Scotland or Ukraine for a place in the Qatar World Cup! We answer some of your questions, make some predictions and talk about how we would and could beat these teams. From there we look at the women's team and their comfortable victory over Greece on Friday night. We look ahead at Tuesday's game against the French too, and ask: is this a good time to play France? We finish by reflecting on the 10 year anniversary of the passing of Gary Speed. Gone but not forgotten.

Dai and Ruth return to discuss the big talking points from Wales' 5-1 victory over Belarus and the stirring draw with Belgium. The point secured Wales a home game in the semi final of the playoffs, so the draw itself gets mentioned, along with Wales' potential opponents. Finally Rob Page gets the credit he deserves following some brave decisions, but effective decisions. Well done boys...on we go!

Dai and Ruth are back! The pair cover a lot of ground in just under an hour. We begin with a look back at the Wales Women's team after they drew with Slovenia, and convincingly beat Estonia. We also reflect on the fantastic job done, celebrating the 200th game for our women's team. Following this we look ahead to the Belarus and Belgium home games as Wales look to round off the campaign in a positive way. We answer your questions about players avoiding bookings, who replaces Moore in the opening game and how Ruth and I would set up. We discuss the squad as a whole and make our dreaded predictions. It's good to be back...

Dai and Ruth return to look at the big games coming up this week, and look back at the big game which happened over the last weekend - Cardiff losing to Swansea in the South Wales Derby. We begin by looking at the Women's World Cup Qualifiers as Wales take on Slovenia and Estonia. The Slovenia away games looks a tough one, and the pair look at their most recent performance against France as evidence of that. Attention the turns to the home game against Estonia. Tactics, predictions and a look at the opposition. We move on to discussing Cardiff and Swansea, and how big a win for the jacks this was. Both look to be moving in very different at the moment, and we discuss which way both are heading. We finish with a mention of David Brooks and Dan Barden. Good luck to them both in their fight against cancer.

Dai and Ruth return to talk about the key games against the Czech Republic and Estonia.

Dai and Ruth return to discuss Rob Page's squad announcement. An unusually short pod, as Dai's dog did not appreciate a longer recording before his evening walk...

With Ruth unfortunately ill this week, Dai was joined by former Wales international, and BBC pundit, Gwennan Harries. The pair discuss the convincing win over Kazakhstan and the battling victory over Estonia. Everything from tactics, to the goals and the wider context of the wins and other results in the group get discussed. We finish with a reminder of the next games in October, including the massive game against Slovenia. Gwennan expects nothing less than 6 points from the double header. Enjoy the pod, and let us know what you think!

Dai and Ruth are back to talk through the mixed bag of an international window, as well as look ahead to the next games for the women's side against Kazakhstan and Estonia. The pair discuss the lineups, the tactics, goals and everything else in between from a crucial and intriguing few games. They finish with a look ahead to the start of the World Cup Qualifiers, beginning in Llanelli on Friday night.

Dai and Ruth are back after the summer break to preview Wales' upcoming autumn matches. Wales face Finland in a friendly before heading to Kazan to play Belarus then complete the trio with a home match against Estonia. The pair discuss the matches, how Wales might play and what we want in terms of outcomes. Through that the squad announcement gets dissected as does our opponents playing styles. There's also a discussion on a new feature CHAD are running where we want you to tell us about your football club, on the podcast. Have a listen, and if you think you have a story to tell, get in touch. As always we finish with predictions......get ready to hit the bookies....

Dai and Ruth return to discuss Wales' disappointing 4-0 defeat to Denmark, and the bigger picture issues which surround our last 16 exit.

Dai and Ruth return to discuss Wales is one nil defeat to Italy, and what happens next. Wales face the neutrals favourite, Denmark. Thankfully Coleman Had A Dream will be represented at the match, as Dai has a ticket. The game is being held in Amsterdam and we discuss what is to come for Cymru ahead of the crunch last 16 game. We do predictions, discuss the dread of penalties, and look at what advantages and disadvantages may face the Welsh side as Danish fans appear to be welcome at the stadium. As always, we've got you covered.

Dai and Ruth return to discuss Wales is glorious two nil victory over Turkey. We discussed the lineups, the teams and the different performances that this brilliant group put together. We look at the Italy game on Sunday, and how different results may affect Wales. What a fantastic night. What a fantastic performance. What a fantastic victory. Onto the next one.

Dai and Ruth return to look at Wales' 1 - 1 draw with Switzerland and ahead to Wednesday's match with Turkey as well as other incidents from the tournament so far.

Dai and Ruth return with their preview podcast ahead of Wales' first game on Saturday next weekend. Before and after the match preview though, there is a lot to cover in this bumper episode. We start by discussing the recent friendlies. The 3-0 defeat to France ruined by an over zealous referee, and the lacklustre 0-0 draw with Albania, punctuated by the return of fans. We are grateful to James Evans (@galloisinfrance) for sharing his pre and most match thoughts from the stadium. It even included his rendition of the anthem and a chant about some bloke called Bale...... Following that we preview the Switzerland game - Wales' opening Group A match at Euro 2020. We discuss lineups, what may or may not happen, and Ruth fails dismally at some quick fire "yes or no" questions. We finish up by sharing Ruth's interview with Turkish football expert Ahmet Turgut. The pair discuss the Turkish squad, their star players and how their fans think they will fare once the footballing hostilities commence. Basically, ah

Dai and Ruth return to run the rule over Wales' Euro 2020 squad. The predictions go out the window as Rubin Colwill gets the nod, alongside Dylan Levitt. No room for Lawrence, Hal, Matondo or Tom Lockyer who has been struggling with injury. All of this, and some of your tweets and reaction get mentioned too. From there we preview the France and Albania friendlies, before a quick club roundup after a very disappointing weekend for Wrexham and Swansea. We wish Newport luck, and instantly belittle the crazyness of their semi final playoff game, by discussing the Cymru Premier Europa League playoff. Caernarfon beaten 5-3 in a wild game, by Newtown. Follow us: colemanhadadream.com cymru150.com @colemans_dream facebook.com/colemanhadadream

Dai and Ruth return with a pre euros special interview, with the FAW's Head of the International Department, Mark Evans. Mark, also known for creating the Merthyr fanzine Dial M For Merthyr, sat down and chatted about anything and everything. Euro 2016 and Dinard, who rooms with who, what do the players talk about, who are unlikely friends and which players we should (or shouldn't) be concerned about fitness wise ahead of the Euros. It was a highly entertaining hour, and very informative too, spent with one of the most influential people involved with Welsh football. I would highly recommend giving it a listen! Follow us: facebook.com/colemanhadadream Twitter: @colemans_dream colemanhadadream.com cymru150.com

Dai and Ruth return with another pre Euros pod. We discuss Connah's Quay winning the league and the test events for sports announced this week. We wish Newport and Swansea good luck, whilst also commenting on Wrexham and their brilliant weekend win. We finish by talking through our squad predictions, and how the injured players in our squad are looking. We discuss Gêm Y Wlad our online magazine too, which will be out very soon!

Dai and Ruth return to look at what they think Rob Page's Euro 2020 squad will look like, especially now we know there will be a 26 man squad. Following that we discuss Page's recent press conference where he assumed full control over the job and spoke excellently in general. New assistant Kit Symons gets discussed too. We finish with Newport County getting in the play offs, and a mention for some of our Wales Women who had a mixed weekend it is fair to say. Finally, have a look at new venture from us, at cymru.150.com You can get involved with blogs and more too, at colemanhadadream.com. Thanks for listening!

Dai and Ruth return for a mixed and varied pod. Starting with the decision to allow teams 26 players for the Euros, and how it may affect some players, and who picks the squad. From there we discuss the Women's World Cup Qualifiers draw, plus a new initiative set up by the pair, as well as others. We conclude with a club roundup for Cardiff, Swansea, Newport and Wrexham PLUS a debate about Manchester United fans weekend protest. Important links! waleswomenfantrust.wordpress.com @trustwales colemanhadadream.com @colemans_dream

Dai and Ruth return to discuss the goings on the world of Welsh football and beyond, in another quiet seven days in the footballing world... We start by talking about the Ryan Giggs situation, and the conclusion that Rob Page will be leading the team at the Euros in a few months. From there we move to the spectacular collapse of the European Super League and what sanctions could or should be given to clubs involved. We have a large chunk dedicated to the World Cup Qualifying draw, for the Wales Women's side. The draw takes place at 12.30 UK time on Friday, so we look at who our dream (and nightmare!) draws would be against. We finish with an update on the Euros situation, which developed again this week, regarding location and ticketing. Please follow us on social media: Twitter: @colemans_dream Facebook.com/ColemanHadADream colemanhadadream.com