Wales secured a 6-1 victory over Montenegro in their Women's World Cup qualifying campaign, with Mared Griffiths scoring her first competitive goal for the national team. The 19-year-old Manchester United loanee, wearing the number 10 shirt once donned by Jess Fishlock, demonstrated composure and creativity in a dominant performance. Griffiths, who turned 19 during the tournament, scored twice, including a clinical finish after rounding the keeper, showcasing her potential as a key player for Wales' 2027 World Cup bid.

Her performance drew praise from manager Rhian Wilkinson, who stated, 'She's got it all' and highlighted her as a product of the Welsh pathway.