Wales bounce back as San Marino swept aside

WALES strolled to a convincing victory in Euro 2008 qualifying group D to re-establish confidence after the defeat in Dublin at the weekend.

Wales created countless chances but had to settle for first-half goals from Ryan Giggs and Gareth Bale before Jason Koumas’ penalty in the second period. Qualification has been a long shot since Dublin, but at least Wales have given their supporters — and boss John Toshack — faint hope.

Wales got the start they dreamed of, taking the lead after just two minutes 23 seconds.