Wales Fires Coach Rob Page After Disappointing Results Wales has dismissed head coach Rob Page after three and a half years at the helm. Page’s tenure ended on a sour note, with the team failing to qualify for Euro 2024 and performing poorly in recent friendlies. World Cup Success, but Euro Disappointment Under Page’s leadership, Wales ended their 64-year World Cup absence by qualifying for the tournament in Qatar. However, the team struggled in the group stage, finishing last with only one draw. Despite the World Cup success, Wales’ performance in Euro 2024 qualifying was disappointing. Page’s team failed to secure qualification, missing out on a major tournament for the first time since 2012. Poor Form in Friendlies Recent friendly results also contributed to Page’s dismissal. Wales suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Slovakia and could only manage a 0-0 draw with Gibraltar, raising concerns about the team’s direction. Noel Mooney’s Statement Wales FA chief executive Noel Mooney praised Page’s achievements but emphasized the need for excellence. “Under Rob Page’s leadership, our Cymru men’s team has achieved significant milestones and victories… most notably our first World Cup in 64 years,” Mooney said. “However, we remain focused on… excellence and look forward to the opportunities for our national teams and Welsh football.” Page’s Interim Role and World Cup Qualification Page initially took over as interim coach after Ryan Giggs’ departure. He guided the team through World Cup qualifying and led them to Qatar, where they failed to progress from the group stage. Future of Welsh Football Wales will now begin the search for a new coach, with the goal of qualifying for future major tournaments. Page’s departure marks the end of a chapter in Welsh football, and the team will look to rebuild and achieve success under a new leadership.Chatham Islands Without Gas After Barge Capsizes in Storm The Chatham Islands, a remote archipelago off the coast of New Zealand, are without gas after a barge carrying the fuel capsized in rough weather. The incident occurred on Friday as the barge was attempting to unload its cargo. Strong winds and high seas caused the barge to overturn, spilling its contents into the ocean. The capsized barge has been towed back to shore, but the gas has been lost. The islands are now relying on emergency supplies of diesel fuel, which are being flown in by helicopter. The Chatham Islands Council has declared a state of emergency and is urging residents to conserve fuel. All non-essential travel has been suspended, and residents are being asked to stay home as much as possible. The council is working with the government to secure a new supply of gas for the islands. However, it is unclear when this will arrive. The Chatham Islands are home to about 600 people. The islands are dependent on tourism and fishing, and the lack of gas is expected to have a significant impact on the local economy.