Where it all went wrong for Wales as Euro 2024 dream ends with gut-wrenching Poland loss

[CharlieH]

 

Disbelief instead of Dortmund, heartbreak instead of Hamburg.

Wales' bid to reach their fourth major tournament in eight years ended in tears at Cardiff City Stadium last night as Poland's penalty shoot-out success took the final place in Germany.

 

The play-off disappointment was the cruel climax to a turbulent attempt at Euro 2024 qualifying.

There were two dramatic nights against Croatia, and a fine semi-final win over Finland.

But it was also a campaign marked by missed opportunities and marred by continuing questions over manager Rob Page.

And despite the harsh manner of Wales' exit, there are still those who will argue the side should never have had to leave it to luck and trying to qualify via the play-offs.

Here BBC Sport Wales looks at the key moments that cost Wales a place at Euro 2024.

 

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