Gareth Bale rocked the MLS Cup final with his third goal, and the Welshman was promptly caught in front of the camera after the game. He confessed that World Cup participation with Wales has been on his thoughts continually this season.
Wales. Golf. Madrid, Real. The Spanish club has already had to deal with Bale’s affection for his native country, and Los Angeles FC soon learned that the international matches against Wales are crucial for the forward. This season, he played thirteen games in America, but never for 90 minutes.
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Bale has worked hard at LAFC to get as fit as possible for the World Cup. In the MLS championship against the Philadelphia Union, he only appeared in the first half of extra time. Bale made an immediate impression. “I appear to have a talent for scoring in finals,” Bale stated after the game, which LAFC won on penalties.
“It’s critical for this club to move forward, and I believe that winning this title would assist.” It demonstrates that we have arrived at our destination. This is our first major prize, and we expect to win more in the future.” However, for Bale, the immediate future consists of one thing: the World Cup with Wales.
Bale was queried about his physical condition following the final, considering he had not played 90 minutes since arriving in America. It didn’t take long for the phrase “World Cup” to be uttered. “It’s been a mental challenge to get to the World Cup. So many players drop out or get injured and must miss the World Cup. This has certainly been on my mind as I strive to be 100 percent ready for the World Cup.”
Despite Bale’s World Cup commitments, coach Steve Cherundolo is pleased with his star. “Gareth is just Gareth. He demonstrates it throughout training and during the season. He makes all the difference when he is happy and healthy. That is why we bring it up at times like this. I wish he was still 24 years old.”
