Bellamy thrilled with Barry-Murphy's big impact at Bluebirds

CRAIG Bellamy says the influence of 'dream' Cardiff City boss Brian Barry-Murphy is having a hugely positive impact on his Wales side.

- TOM COLEMAN Football Writer [e-mail]

Four Cardiff players have been named in Bellamy's latest squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifying doubleheader with Liechtenstein and North Macedonia, and admits he's been hugely impressed by Barry-Murphy's work in the capital.

Bellamy says there are clear similarities in the way he and the City boss want to play, and admits the Irishman's influence is having a massive impact on his own plans within the national side.

"He's [Barry-Muprhy] benefitting us a national team," Bellamy said. "The way he plays is quite similar, in how we try to move.

"I like how his back line goes as times. It jumps. You've seen in one or two bits of moments, they tire a little bit earlier. We get that.