Wales owe Rangers Aaron Ramsey World Cup debt as Scotland shown up by Dragons - Hotline

Wales ended a 64-year wait to book their place at a World Cup Finals and there were Hotline plaudits for Gareth Bale and his team.

There were also some scathing comments from Scotland fans who have yet to forgive boss Steve Clarke for last midweek's defeat to Ukraine.

Joe Graham, Garrowhill, said: "Congratulations to Wales on making the World Cup after 64 years of waiting. They can throw a little thanks to Rangers on getting Aaron Ramsey fit to play a big part in getting them there. He was signed by Rangers in January to keep the league flag flying. Unfortunately his fitness levels needed to be restored to get him back to the world class player that we all knew he was and it didn't happen soon enough at Ibrox. At least Wales have had the benefit."

John Scott, Grassmoor, said: "We should be happy for Wales reaching the World Cup but it's safe to say there's not many of us smiling about it. I get that Kenny Dalglish and Barry Ferguson have strongly defended Steve Clarke but even they have to concede that the Welsh got their tactics and work rate spot on. They played Ukraine like we played England at Wembley. Any criticism aimed at our team and national team manager are fully justified."

Tam Bain emailed: "Wales showed more fight in the first 10 minutes than Scotland did in the entire game against Ukraine. Well done Wales and shame on Scotland but I am just a bit jealous."

Stephen Johnstone, Ardentinny, said: "Wales have ended their wait of 64-years of going to a World Cup as they beat Ukraine with Aaron Ramsay lasting 96 minutes in Cardiff. Wales got more playing time from Aaron in one game than Rangers got in six months.

"If he stayed would Rangers need to wait 64 years to get 96 minutes from him in one match?"

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