There may be some regret in the halls of Cobham that Ethan Ampadu was again sent out on loan given Chelsea's ongoing issues in central midfield.
Ampadu impressed at the base of Wales' midfield on Monday night against the USA, offered more evidence of his progression, which has been had away from Stamford Bridge. Currently, on loan with Spezia in Serie A, the 22-year-old has been a regular for Rob Page at international level and offered aggression and good protection in front of Wales' back three.
Making 61 touches in Qatar, completing five long balls, making three clearances, one interception and five recoveries in the game, completing the evening with a full-blooded challenge which led to his late substitution.
