Bellamy boost for Wales
Craig Bellamy captained Wales in the 5-1 drubbing by Slovakia
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Monday, 09, Oct 2006 09:00
Wales have received a boost ahead of Wednesday's crucial Euro 2008 qualifier with Cyprus after Craig Bellamy's trial on an assault charge is postponed.
The trial was scheduled at Cardiff magistrates' court for tomorrow but new evidence has emerged meaning Bellamy can continue to train with his international team-mates.
The 27-year-old is accused of common assault against Holly Smith and Sophie Palmer over an incident at the Number 10 nightclub in Cardiff in February.
District judge John Charles adjourned the case until Friday where a new date will be set.
Under-pressure coach John Toshack will be without Ryan Giggs, Carl Fletcher, James Collins, Mark Delaney and Sam Ricketts, all through injury.
Wigan youngster David Cotterill and Cardiff duo Paul Parry and Joe Ledley are pushing for a starting place in Toshack's young side.
Striker Robert Earnshaw and goalkeeper Paul Jones could be axed from the starting line-up after below par displays in Saturday's 5-1 humiliation by Slovakia at the Millennium Stadium.
Veteran striker John Hartson will not return to international football after an eight-month absence due to concerns over his fitness.
Wales lie second from bottom in Group D without any points from their opening two matches.