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Fishlock in Talks for Wales Coaching Role

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Following her retirement from international football, Jess Fishlock has revealed she's in discussions about a potential coaching role with Wales. The 39-year-old midfielder, who holds the record for most appearances and goals for Wales, confirmed conversations are ongoing to define her involvement. Wales manager Rhian Wilkinson expressed her desire to have Fishlock on her staff for the upcoming World Cup qualifying campaign.

Fishlock's phone "blew up" after Wilkinson's comments, highlighting the anticipation surrounding her potential return in a new capacity. Despite stepping away from playing after Euro 2025, Fishlock remains connected to the team. The former Seattle Reign player is open to contributing her experience. The team is preparing for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Montenegro.

While Fishlock has no plans to come out of retirement, she emphasized her desire to support Wales in any way possible. Her experience could be invaluable during the qualifying matches. The team is aiming to qualify for the Women's World Cup finals for the first time. The focus now shifts to finalizing the details of Fishlock's coaching role.

Fishlock played a crucial part in helping Wales qualify for the Euro 2025 tournament. Even though the team struggled in the competition, she still feels immense pride in representing her country. Her potential involvement as a coach would be a significant boost for the team. The Red Wall is ready to see what's next.