Can Bellamy’s Side Build on Norway Breakthrough?
WALES return to Cardiff City Stadium tonight with their UEFA Nations League campaign suddenly looking much more interesting.
Thursday’s 2–1 victory over Norway, secured by goals from Dan James and Neco Williams, gave Craig Bellamy’s side their first win of the campaign — and their first-ever victory in League A.
Now comes another major test.
Denmark visit Cardiff tonight, Sunday October 4, with kick-off at 7.45pm, just seven days after beating Wales 2–0 in Copenhagen.
Wales v Denmark – What You Need to Know
When is Wales v Denmark, What time is kick-off and Where is the match being played?
Today, Sunday, October 4, 2026. Kick-off at Cardiff City Stadium. is 7.45pm.
What competition is it and are tickets still available?
UEFA Nations League – League A, Group A4. The FAW were still promoting tickets during the build-up, although availability may have become limited by matchday.
Where can I watch Wales v Denmark on TV and can I see the game online?
The match is being shown live on S4C, with coverage beginning at 7.15pm. The game is also available online via S4C Clic and BBC iPlayer.
Cardiff City Stadium opens two hours before kick-off.
Is parking available and what time do the gates open?
Stadium parking costs £10 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis, although supporters are being encouraged to use public transport where possible. Cardiff City Stadium opens two hours before kick-off.
Are there travel problems to be aware of?
Yes. The Cardiff Half Marathon is also taking place on Sunday, so supporters should allow extra travelling time. Transport for Wales is running a late 10.44pm Cardiff Central to Holyhead service after the match.
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So what is at stake for Wales?
Portugal have taken control of Group A4, while Wales, Denmark and Norway all sit on three points after three matches. Bellamy described the group as having “exploded” following Wales’ win over Norway and said the aim now is to stay in the mix with the two Scandinavian sides.
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Consistency is the challenge
Wales were second best in Denmark last weekend, when a Ben Davies own goal and Gustav Isaksen strike gave the Danes a comfortable 2–0 victory. Dan James admitted afterwards that Denmark had been the better side but said Wales now need to reproduce the freedom and intensity shown against Norway.
There is another incentive too.
Wales have lost their last four meetings with Denmark and have not beaten them since Craig Bellamy himself scored the winner in a 1–0 friendly victory in Copenhagen in 2008.
The recent history has included two Nations League defeats in 2018 and the painful 4–0 loss to Denmark in the last 16 of Euro 2020.
So tonight offers Wales a chance not only to build momentum in the group, but also to end an 18-year wait for another victory over the Danes
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Wales need to make Cardiff count
The crowd played its part against Norway, when 32,076 watched Wales finally get their Nations League campaign moving.
Another strong Cardiff atmosphere could be important tonight.
Bellamy’s Wales have already shown that, when the intensity is right, they can compete with highly ranked opposition.
Now they must prove they can do it twice in four days.
A win would suddenly put Wales in an excellent position in the battle behind Portugal.
And after the difficult night in Copenhagen just a week ago, there could hardly be a better way to show how quickly this team can learn.
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Did Ewe Know?
Wales’ biggest-ever win over Denmark came at the Racecourse Ground in Wrexham in 1965, when Roy Vernon scored twice in a 4–2 World Cup qualifying victory.
Interestingly, Wales and Denmark have never drawn in 11 previous meetings. Wales have won four and Denmark seven — so if history is anything to go by, somebody should come away with all three points tonight.
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