Ramsey recalled to Wales squad for England and Belgium matches

Wales captain Aaron Ramsey has been recalled to the national squad for a friendly against England at Wembley on October 9 and a World Cup qualifier against Belgium in Cardiff on October 13, ending a 13-month absence from international duty. The 34-year-old midfielder, capped 86 times, was left out of recent squads as he recovered from hamstring surgery but has since returned to club action with Pumas UNAM in Mexico.

Ramsey underwent a five-month layoff following the surgery and has rebuilt his fitness with three starts and three substitute appearances for Pumas since August. His selection in a 26-player group announced by Wales head coach Craig Bellamy brings experienced leadership back into the squad ahead of two high-profile fixtures.

Bellamy’s squad also welcomes back several players who missed earlier international windows through injury, including Leeds United pair Ethan Ampadu and Joe Rodon, Coventry City defender Jay Dasilva and Wrexham forward Nathan Broadhead. Burnley fullback Connor Roberts and Wrexham goalkeeper Danny Ward are unavailable with injuries. Leeds winger Daniel James is included but will undergo fitness assessment after a recent knee issue.