They have been impressive so far in this competition, turned on the style in the quarterfinals when they defeated a star-studded Belgium side 3-1 to advance to the semis. More impressive in that performance was that they had to come from behind to win the game. Hal Robson kanu's goal will forever be remembered, he delivered in a singular move, a cruff-esque like turn that beat three defenders. Surely, that goal would be part of the best goals scored in the competition.
From the qualifiers which started in September 2014, Wales have grown in leaps and bounds as a team, amassing a total of 21-points which enabled them to qualify as second placed team in their group behind Belgium. Chris Coleman their manager, has built a team that's compact with the formation 3-5-1-1.
It's no surprise that when Aaron Ramsey got booked for the second time in this competition during their quarterfinal clash with Belgium, that there were fears of how far the team could go. He has been the ball carrier of the team, contributing four assists in this competition alone.
And so it was on Wednesday, that Wales couldn't play to their strength without their midfield maestro, Gareth Bale their star man continuously droped deep to get the ball in midfield areas, whereas he was suppose to be upfront waiting for those passes from Ramsey.
They were undone by Bale's Real Madrid teammate "Cristiano Ronaldo" one goal and an assist.
They have lived the dream and at this stage of the competition, there isn't any shame in losing rather we thank the Welsh national team for showing the rest of the world that with hardwork, determination and togetherness, you can achieve.
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