Is Wales simply a better country than England? The two nations are meeting in the World Cup tonight. There is no doubt: it will be a historic match.
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Centuries of rivalry coming to a head tonight
Is Wales simply a better country than England? The two nations are meeting in the World Cup tonight. There is no doubt: it will be a historic match.
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What's happening?
Tonight, thousands of people across WalesWales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is part of the island of Great Britain. will gather in front of television screens. For the first time, they are watching their country take on England in the World Cup finals.
England has played a role in ruling Wales for 1,000 years, but many list reasons why Wales is the better country:
Mighty ID Many people in Wales have a strong sense of being Welsh, even though the country has not been independent since 1282.
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Living language Welsh is an ancientVery old. language, which survived even though it was once banned.
Top talent Wales has produced top singers like Sir Tom JonesA Welsh singer whose career began in the 1960s. , poets like Dylan ThomasA 20th Century Welsh poet known for his works including "Do not go gentle into that good night". and footballers like Gareth Bale.
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Is Wales simply a better country than England?
Yes! Many people choose to move from England to Wales to enjoy life in a place with a long history, beautiful landscape and famous culture.
No! England is a much bigger country with much more to offer and a more powerful place on the world stage.
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Wales - Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is part of the island of Great Britain.
Ancient - Very old.
Sir Tom Jones - A Welsh singer whose career began in the 1960s.
Dylan Thomas - A 20th Century Welsh poet known for his works including "Do not go gentle into that good night".
Centuries of rivalry coming to a head tonight
Roar of the dragons: At least 6,000 Welsh fans have travelled to Qatar to support their team. Glossary
Wales - Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It is part of the island of Great Britain.
Ancient - Very old.
Sir Tom Jones - A Welsh singer whose career began in the 1960s.
Dylan Thomas - A 20th Century Welsh poet known for his works including "Do not go gentle into that good night".