Rhian

The eight uncapped players in the Wales squad are Mia Ross, Annie Wilding, Gwen Zimmerman, Scarlett Hill and Amy Richardson, who get their first call-ups, while Poppy Soper, Teagan Scarlett and Tianna Teisar are hoping to make their Wales debuts having been involved with previous squads.

Charlton Athletic midfielder Ross, who has played for England at under-19 and under-23 level, might have played for Wales already were it not for injury.

“Mia, firstly, is a fantastic person. I’ve been in communication with Mia pretty much since I got the job. I’ve been watching her,” said Wilkinson.

“I think she’s got a vision and an understanding of space that’s always really interested me and intrigued me, and it’s a big decision to choose a nationality to play for.

Wilkinson added both player and coach had taken their time and had lots of good conversations before commiting.

“Equally no-one will come into this squad if they’re not the right person for this squad. So yes, she was part of the England pathway, but there’s a type of person that I know can fit in well with this Welsh team,” the head coach explained.

“We have to keep our Welsh heritage, our Welsh understanding strong, that connection and passion for the flag, for the badge, has to be paramount. If that person that I’m looking at doesn’t have that, then I stop recruiting them.

“And from the beginning, Mia’s been very clear that this was something she was interested in, that she felt very strongly about, and we haven’t forced or pushed those conversations, it’s happened quite naturally, and she then got injured.

“So we gave her space and now she’s back playing well, and we’re really looking forward to having her for the first time in with the group.”

RHIAN Sugden has joked she’s gone from “sagging to bragging” after showing off the results of her breast reduction. 

The 39-year-old took to Instagram to share a look at her new boobs after going four sizes smaller in what she has called a “life-changing” operation. 

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Model Rhian posted a video of her at the clinic after being signed off by her surgeon following the procedure. 

She said: “I’m nine weeks post-op. 

“As you can see, I’m wearing a halterneck top so this is a first for me. 

“I’m absolutely in love with my boobs, I’ve just been signed off by the doctor – he’s also very pleased and I love them.”

Rhian, who shares son George, one, with her actor husband Oliver Mellor, added: “From sagging to bragging.

“These are the results from my breast reduction and uplift @pallmallcosmetics no implant, all still natural. Just lifted and reduced.

“4 sizes smaller (I say small) I wanted them kept on the larger side. My scarring is fading so well too!”

Former Page 3 girl Rhian was flooded with messages after showing off the results, with one fan writing: “They are amazing, so happy for you Rhian and glad you’re doing well and you feel great and better for doing it.”

Another said: “I think they look amazing and good on you for doing it. Your body, your choice.”

And a third added: “I’m so happy for you! And it’s amazing to share that you can have surgery without the need of implants and also for yourself and what you want!”

Rhian made the decision to go under the knife after her cup size jumped from a DD/E to a HH following her pregnancy. 

She previously told fans: “This breast reduction + uplift (no implants) has been completely life-changing.

“The weight off my back, the freedom to choose clothes I actually like, the confidence boost, the energy to move without pain, it’s like I’ve been given a new lease of life.”

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