Bellamy is backing the Three Lions to end wait

WALES manager Craig Bellamy believes it is a “matter of time” before Wembley opponents England win a major trophy again and is surprised they have not already done so.

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Bellamy’s side travel to take on England - neighbours they have not beaten since 1984 - on October 9 as preparation for their vital World Cup qualifier against Belgium in Cardiff four days later.

It can be considered a British battle between David and Goliath, with Thomas Tuchel's England ranked fourth in the world and Wales 30th.

Tuchel was employed by the Football Association with the target to win the World Cup next summer - and Bellamy feels England will soon end a long wait for major silverware that stretches back to 1966.

"I just see it (England) as a top nation," former Newcastle attacker Bellamy said after announcing a 26-man squad that includes the return of Aaron Ramsey following a 13-month absence.