Wales have confirmed that Chris Coleman will be the new Wales manager after ‘respectful and dignified’ search for Gary Speed’s replacement.
After Speed’s suicide a number of possible successors appeared in the news, however, the final decision was confirmed by the Football Association of Wales on Thursday.
Coleman has admitted that he is proud, but also it is a difficult situation.
“We’re still all shocked by what happened and we’re still grieving,” said Coleman.
“And the only way we can put smiles on fans faces again is to continue to win matches but I’ll don’t think we’ll ever get over the loss of Gary.
“I think for any manager who was going to come in it was going to be difficult because of the situation and it’s more difficult for me with my relationship with Gary.
“I am excited but I am subdued because of the circumstances, it’s not going to be easy but it’s something I’m prepared for.
“On one hand it is the proudest moment of my career but on the other hand, with the circumstances I was very close friends with Gary for 30 years.
“It is the most difficult press conference I am ever likely to do.”
