Wales will assess Daniel James’ health earlier than deciding on his involvement within the pleasant in opposition to Northern Ireland, with Leeds United and the nationwide group nonetheless managing him rigorously.
In accordance with yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk, the winger is certainly one of 4 Leeds gamers nonetheless on responsibility after Thursday’s World Cup play-off semi-final defeat to Bosnia on penalties. James put his aspect 1-0 up with a long-range strike, didn’t end the 90 minutes, and Brennan Johnson and Neco Williams later missed within the shootout.
Regardless of elimination, Wales should play twice through the worldwide window and can host the opposite semi-final losers, Northern Ireland, on Tuesday evening. It’s unclear whether or not head coach Craig Bellamy will go full power or rotate. He might additionally begin Karl Darlow, Joe Rodon and Ethan Ampadu.
Earlier than the play-off, James had began just one Leeds match since struggling a hamstring tendon harm in November. Bellamy has signalled a cautious method given the shortage of latest minutes and an sickness earlier than camp.
The top coach felt James exceeded expectations however he was cramping and needed to come off. He would have stored him on for 120 minutes given his efficiency, however bodily limits made that unattainable, so workers are checking on him now.
Leeds could take consolation from that stance, whereas James will hope one other club-level begin within the FA Cup at West Ham this weekend can reignite his marketing campaign.