Benjamin Tahirovic has apologized to Wales manager Steve Cooper after being left out of the squad for the crucial World Cup play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina. The Brondby midfielder called Cooper this morning to smooth over the controversy, which arose after reports suggested he was rested for the Cardiff clash. Cooper had publicly stated the omission was purely a club decision, with no connection to the national team.
Tahirovic reportedly expressed confusion about the source of the accusations, while Bosnia-Herzegovina coach Sergei Barbarez claimed the player had shared "hard to believe" information about Cooper's coaching roots. With just two days remaining before the pivotal match, the reconciliation appears complete, though the underlying tensions about selection criteria remain a topic of discussion. The focus now shifts entirely to preparing for the high-stakes game that could determine Wales' path to the 2026 finals.
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