Welsh Ministers Wish Wales “Pob lwc” at the World Cup

The FIFA mens World Cup, is an international association football competition contested by the senior men's national teams. The 2022 World Cup begins on 20th November in Qatar.  There are 32 nations that have qualified to play and the only Celtic team amongst them is Cymru/Wales. The tournament will conclude with the the final on December 18th. 

Welsh Ministers have wished the Wales team “Pob lwc” ("Good Luck") at the World Cup:  “You’re a special group of players and coaches with a passionate set of supporters right behind you. Good luck Wales, Pob lwc Cymru!”. Economy Minister Vaughan Gething has stressed the importance of promoting Welsh culture and business. He said: “We will proudly promote an open, progressive Wales – a nation built on fair work, diversity, inclusion and respect."  

First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, said: “This is the first time Wales has reached the World Cup finals in more than 60 years. For many, this will be the first time they’ve seen the senior men’s football team play in a World Cup in their lifetimes.

“We’re fortunate to be represented by a special group of players under Rob Page’s inspirational leadership.

“I hope they realise how proud we are of the team. The whole country is behind them and we all wish them well for the tournament. Pob lwc i chi.”