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“Wales to play for pride against Russia”

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Published: 08 September, 2009, 13:53

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Russia arrived in Wales ahead of their World Cup qualifier with John Toshack's side on Wednesday. Unlike Guus Hiddink's team, Wales have no chance of making it to South Africa 2010 and only have pride to play for.

RT caught up with Welsh internationals Robert Earnshaw and Danny Gabbidon, who say they're looking to knock a dent in Russia's hopes of making it to the World Cup next year.

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