WALES were left STUNNED tonight as they witnessed a vital point slip through their fingers in a matter of minutes.
Rhys Norrington-Davies thought his stoppage time strike was enough to rescue a point for the Dragons who were trailing for most of the second half.
But Wout Weghorst popped up with a 94th minute header to help Holland snatch all three points in Cardiff.
- RESULT: Wales 1-2 Netherlands
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- Wales XI: Ward; Rodon, Mepham, Davies, Roberts; Levitt, Morrell, Wilson, Norrington-Davies; Johnson, James
- Netherlands XI: Flekken; Timber, De Vrij, De Ligt, Hateboer, Koopmeiners, Schouten, Malacia; Lang, Gakpo; Weghorst
Van Gaal’s side one to watch in Qatar
Even with some of their big names rested today, you could see how this Netherlands team play with an ethos installed by their manager.
The classic Dutch passing style, patient play but able to quicken it up to open their opponents up.
Netherlands will prove to be stern opposition for anyone in this year’s World Cup in Qatar.
Defeat hard to take so late
Wales will need to learn their lessons from their defeat today.
They live on to fight another day in the Nations League, all be it an uphill challenge now.
In the World Cup, such a lapse of concentration after working so hard to get back into the game, could result in a flight home.
Credit: Sportimage Squad depth is starting to show
In the past Wales’ downfall has been the players they have to rely upon when their big names aren’t available.
They are showing more and more that the squad players can be relied upon.
So many youngsters at big Premier League clubs is starting to have a positive effect on the Welsh national team
Welsh passion to be feared in Qatar
This Welsh side never seem to know when they are beaten.
It makes them a real wildcard entry for the World Cup.
As they showed in Euro 2016 when they progressed all the way to the semi-finals.
Dutch class shines through
Wales can feel pleased with the performance this evening against an in-form Netherlands team.
The Cardiff City Stadium erupted when the home side equalised in stoppage-time, only to have their hearts broken.
These youngsters can feel proud of their showing.
FT: Wales 1-2 Netherlands
What an incredible end to this game.
The referee blows his whistle.
I think the fans need a breather too after that.
Wales 1-2 Netherlands
90+4. Unbelievable scenes here.
Netherlands go up the other end, swing in a great cross from the left wing into the penalty spot.
Weghorst meets it and heads it into the top corner.
Goal – Weghorst (Netherlands)
Wales 1-1 Netherlands
90+2. This Wales side do not give up.
Fantastic ball into the back post and Norrington-Davies gets up above his marker and heads into the back of the net.
What a night for the player!
Goal – Norrington-Davies (Wales)
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
90. We are going to have five additional minutes.
Lang comes on for Til for Netherlands.
Wales come streaming forward looking for that goal.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
89. This has been a clinical performance by the Netherlands.
They have not had many chances this evening.
You could even argue the goal itself was a half-chance.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
87. One thing you cannot fault this evening is the passion of these home fans as they sing at the top of their voices in the 87th minute.
A Welsh crowd is something to behold for sure.
This place will erupt if they find that equaliser.
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85. Time is starting to run out for Wales.
They may be forfeiting their impressive home record today.
Even a draw right now would seem a good result.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
83. Wales are on the front foot.
They have an outlet in the middle with Bale on the pitch.
No one has managed to find him so far.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
81. The crowd has been confirmed as 23,000 this evening.
Weghorst receives treatment after a clash of heads.
The Netherlands fans are in full party atmosphere now.
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79. Good move by the Dutch who get to the byline and cross.
The ball is cut out by the near post before it can cause any problem.
Netherlands play the corner short and lose momentum in the attack.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
77. James comes off for Matondo.
Johnson comes off for Bale.
A huge roar from the crowd as their talisman comes on.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
75. Wales are trying to press Netherlands high up the pitch.
It causes them into careless clearances.
Wales need to find a way to unlock this Dutch defence.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
73. Wales will be hoping to create at least one more chance.
They have an unbeaten home record at stake here.
Home fans continue to show their support.
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71. Van Gaal has got his team playing a classic Dutch style of game.
True passing game, until players appear in space.
This young Welsh team have done well to track the runners all game.
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69. Wales have defended well today.
Apart from the goal, they have kept the Dutch at bay in the main.
This is a Netherlands team with a lot of attacking talent.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
67. Harry Wilson takes a knock from the Dutch player.
He is walking gingerly after that one.
Netherlands ring the changes looking to freshen things up.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
65. Netherlands are hoping to pick Wales off on the break here with their slick passing style.
Always players looking for the ball in pockets of space.
Wales manage to clear their lines.
Wales 0-1 Netherlands
63. It has gone a bit quiet here in the stadium.
Still plenty of time for Wales to turn this game around.
Page will have to wonder whether he risks any of big stars to try and find some goals.
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