Harry Wilson is proving he can be Wales' new creative force after Gareth Bale's retirement, scoring 12 goals in 17 internationals since the former Real Madrid star left. Wilson's 17 career goals include 12 since Bale's 2023 exit, showcasing his ability to fill the void left by Wales' greatest ever player. While no one can replace Bale, Wilson's left-footed magic, highlighted by a December goal of the month award and a stunning outside-of-the-boot strike against Crystal Palace, has made him the team's current creative heartbeat. His xG (expected goals) stats reveal he scores goals he has no right to, outperforming even Manchester City's Antoine Griezmann.

This form is crucial as Wales face Bosnia-Herzegovina in a World Cup play-off semi-final, needing Wilson to replicate Bale's heroics to reach the final against Italy or Northern Ireland.