Bellamy row casts shadow over Welsh

MARK HUGHES admits the simmering club versus country row over Craig Bellamy has been a severe distraction before Wales’ crucial Euro 2004 qualifier against Italy.

After a bitter tug of war between Hughes and Newcastle manager Sir Bobby Robson, the striker is expected to start in the San Siro.

But Hughes regrets the situation ever arose in such a vital week for Welsh football.

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