Piet Cremers has stepped down as Wales men's assistant coach, ending a key partnership with manager Craig Bellamy. The Dutch analyst, who previously worked alongside Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, was integral to Wales' tactical setup during Bellamy's first senior managerial role.

During matches, Bellamy frequently consulted Cremers for real-time analysis and video replays. Their established working relationship, built during Burnley's Championship title win in 2023, proved vital for Wales' tactical adjustments. Bellamy credited Cremers with bringing 'everything' to the setup, highlighting his role in processing data and adapting strategies mid-game.

Their collaboration at Burnley, where they guided the club to promotion, caught Bayern Munich's attention and led to Thierry Henry's appointment as head coach. Now, with Cremers' departure, Bellamy faces the challenge of rebuilding his technical support staff while maintaining Wales' competitive edge in upcoming fixtures.

Cremers' exit marks a significant shift in Wales' coaching dynamics, leaving Bellamy to independently manage tactical decisions without his trusted analyst partner.