FT: Israel 0-3 Wales

Former Wales midfielder Owain Tudur Jones on BBC Radio Wales: "The players deserve huge credit tonight but Chris Coleman and his management team deserve as much credit.

"The selection surprised us a bit. We were expecting a four of the back. But instead they played three central defenders and brought Ben Davies in. I think that bamboozled the Israel manger.

"We expected Israel to come out of the trap fast, but Wales controlled the game. When was the last time Wales came away from home and controlled a game? They were fully deserved winners tonight."

In the other Group B game of significance to Wales, it is Belgium 0-0 Cyprus. Cyprus started the day on six points after four games, while Belgium have five after three games. That match kicked off at 19:45 GMT - follow it here. A draw would suit Wales.

Israel coach Eli Guttman: "This was not the result I was expecting, they managed to close out our main players who were marked out of the game.

"Even if we had won today we still would not have ensured qualification. The result is disappointing but we will soldier on."

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Wales manager Chris Coleman: "If we're going to qualify we can't sneak through. We play Belgium in June and then Israel play Belgium. It won't be about Belgium in June, it'll be about Wales. We'll maintain rhythm, mentality and focus."

Wales manager Chris Coleman: "We put Baley (Gareth Bale) and Rambo (Aaron Ramsey) in certain positions where they can do the damage. But the first goal was as a result of goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey's quick thinking - a few seconds later the ball was in the back of the net.

"The reason we are doing well is because everybody is doing something little for someone else."

Wales manager Chris Coleman on Sky Sports: "It was a hostile atmosphere and it was hot and humid. You have to go to get big results against the big teams. Israel got a 3-0 win over Bosnia-Hercegovina here.

On the tactics: "We have to be brave sometimes. We talked about how were going to go. Sometimes a change in formation doesn't work. The players worked hard in training this week. We were quietly offensive the way we went and Israel weren't expecting that. We were defensive against Belgium and tonight we were attacking. We can adapt."

Wales manager Chris Coleman on Sky Sports: "We got a bit sloppy after they had a man sent off. When we were 11 v 11 we were magnificent. We controlled the game and the tempo. Some of our passing was fantastic. I think Israel only had one chance in the first half."

Group A leaders Czech Republic lost their 100% record, needing a last-minute equaliser to draw 1-1 with Latvia. In Group H, Croatia continued their impressive home form with a 5-1 win over Norway, and there was victory in his first game in charge for new Azerbaijan coach Robert Prosinecki, as his side beat Malta 2-0.

In the 1945 GMT kicks-offs, Belgium look to make up lost ground on leaders Wales in Group B as they host Cyprus, with Andorra welcoming Bosnia-Hercegovena. Netherlands host Turkey as in Group A, and Italy travel to Sofia to face Bulgaria in Group H.

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Welsh rock band the Manic Street Preachers have used their official Twitter account to send a message of support to Gareth Bale.

It reads: "Dear Mr Bale, whatever they think of you in Madrid, WALES LOVES YOU xxx Brilliant performance from everyone."

Leicester and Wales midfielder Andy King: The lads have been different class! Deserved 3 points @FAWales Congrats to the skipper on his 50th cap also.

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Jonathan Burrows: Hope Wales do qualify as I think they have been recently one of the most improved nations in last few years

Wales defender James Collins, speaking to Sky Sports: "It was a great performance, a great victory. The boys have been on it since the moment we met up, and the gaffer and his staff deserve great credit for that.

"I had a great chance in the first half, I hope you're not going to tell me it's a sitter. We could have had more, but 3-0 is a terrific result.

"Qualification is a real possibility. It's a great time to be involved in Welsh football. In years gone by, I've come to places like this and got a tonking, so it's great to come here and get a convincing win. We're top of the group, but we don't want to get too carried away.

"Gareth Bale's not bad, is he? He's got a chance. No, but seriously, he's unbelievable. The lads have made him feel at home. Me and Ashley Williams were talking near the end, and saying that we don't know how to play against him. So we're glad he's moved abroad!"

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Gareth Bale: What a performance from the lads!

"Real Madrid have to be very careful about Gareth Bale. He could play for any team in the world and be their star. They way he is being treated by their supporters is wrong. They don't want to force him out of Spain.

"He looked happy tonight. We're a small country. We've had great players, such as Ryan Giggs, Ian Rush, Mark Hughes and Neville Southall, iconic players. Gareth Bale is that and more. He is vitally important to Wales, and he's loved and he's appreciated. When Gareth Bale is in that form, he is unplayable."

So, Gareth Bale will no doubt dominate many of the backpages on Sunday in the UK, and maybe a few in Spain. Maybe.

He's been having a rough time of it recently in Real Madrid - on the pitch, in the press and from fans. I guess some have forgotten what he achieved last season.

Bale even had his car attacked by supporters at the club's training ground recently. Is this the boost he needed to kick start the season? The goals against Israel, I mean.

"I have to say that I think Wales can qualify. They've got Andorra at home, and if they can then perform like this in Bosnia, they have a chance there. The game against Belgium will be difficult. Belgium have ridiculously good players, but I would say yes, Wales can do it. They've proved a lot of doubters wrong tonight with this comfortable 3-0 win."

Phil Loynes: It feels strange hearing the Wales fans chanting with expectant glee! This is not what I remember as a kid!

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Wales forward Gareth Bale, speaking to Sky Sports: "It was a top-of-the-table clash, so to come out on top is amazing. We'd like to dedicate this to Dai Williams, the kit man who passed away.

"The first half was very hard, we did a lot of running, but we showed in the second half what a good team we area.

"We've put ourselves in a great position, but there's a lot of work to do yet, and all we can do is keep fighting and keep working hard."

Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey, speaking to Sky Sports: "We're where we want to be. We've had a terrific start to the campaign, and we hope we can continue that. We have a tough game against Belgium, but we're really looking forward to playing them in June."

We have some Wales player reaction coming up. Fair to say they are quite happy.

Talking about Gareth Bale, do you know that he gets no special treatment while on international duty.

This is what Wales manager Chris Coleman told BBC School Report recently:

"If you start giving one player special treatment, than you lose the other 10," said Coleman.

"We recognise he's a special player but, as they say, no man is an island."

He might get extra potatoes for dinner tonight after those two goals.

Hiro: Wales really do look rather good. Excellent midfield. Solid keeper. More than serviceable defence. And Gareth Bale.

Tom Venn: Wales are truly amazing. Bale is on his best form right now!

Aneurin Pryse: The only Madrid player better than Bale is Ronaldo...what are their fans thinking of!

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Should England take their best possible side to this summer's European Under-21 Championships? Or should those players who have broken into the senior squad - such as Harry Kane and Ross Barkley - be rested after a long domestic season? And is the side we've picked above the one you would play?

Jason Mohammad and former England winger Chris Waddle will be discussing this on BBC Radio 5 live's 606 from 19:00 GMT - and they want you to get involved.

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There are only two countries with a smaller population than Wales (3.064m) have ever qualified for the European Championship -Slovenia (2.065m in 2000) and Latvia (1.98m in 2004).

"Wales' performance was disciplined, it was professional and I'd almost say it was faultless. They won 3-0, but it could have been five or six.

"Chris Coleman won't be silly enough to say to the players that we are there. They have to face Belgium, still have to go to Cyprus and Andorra. Wales are in an even better position than we were in 2004, when we won our first four games under Mark Hughes."

What a victory! That is now three wins in five for Wales in this campaign. Next up is Belgium in June.

Wales fans, you must be booking your flights to France as I type?

Wales have never gone unbeaten in the first five qualifiers of a campaign.

We are into two minutes of stoppage time. Do Wales want this match to end?

Wales substitute Sam Vokes has faced a fitness challenge to recover from a serious knee injury.

The Burnley striker gave his top tips for rehab in this video for Sport Wales TV a few months ago.

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Half a chance there for Sam Vokes as Wales look to end the match on a high. The Burnley man is played in on the left, but he fires his shot into the side-netting. Snatched at that a little.

John Pierce: What are Wales playing at? They are giving us genuine hope they'll qualify. Madness.

Jeremy Levene: Wales doing really well here. In Williams, Allen, Ramsey and Bale, they have the makings of a good team - but need them all fit.

Shaun McDonald comes on for Aaron Ramsey. How serious is the injury that the Arsenal man appeared to suffer?

"Wales are running amok against an Israel team who are all over the place. Gareth Bale is so sharp. The keeper had no chance. This is as comfortable as you like.

"I can't believe Israel went into this game without a plan for Bale. Unless Israel's manager has a big ego or is incredibly naive, it makes no sense. It's been like a training game for him. It's been that easy."

Gareth Pritchard: Doesn't bother me how Gareth Bale plays for Real Madrid when he's playing like this for Wales. Quality player.

Liam McColgan: Ramsey and Bale tearing Israel apart! Top class players.

Ben Fides: Superb stuff from Wales. A point would've been a good result today. This is dreamy stuff!

"Without getting carried away, Wales have been outstanding this evening. Technically, and in terms of formation and discipline, they've been superb. They've made a good Israel team look very, very average. Tal Ben Haim is a big strong unit but he's got no pace, and Wales have taken risks to get at him."

At the other end, Israel keeper Ofir Marciano also makes a near-post save after Gareth Bale nutmegs a defender before blasting his effort straight at him.

Another scare for Wales. The defence were convinced that Ben Sahar was offside, but he wasn't, allowing the striker to unleash a fierce shot at the near post which keeper Wayne Hennessey did well to pat down.

Who bet on 3-0 to Wales? I want to see that betting slip.

Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey is down now. Concerns for Wales and Arsenal fans - he's trying to run off what appears to be a groin problem.

It's just not Israel's night. Substitute Nir Biton limps off the pitch to receive treatment. The home side have used all their subs - and a reminder, they are down to 10 men already following the sending off of Eytan Tibi.

A big scare for Wales. Keeper Wayne Hennessey, who has had little to do, is quick to react to a cross from the right and claw the ball off the head of Tomer Hemed.

"There's a mouth-watering clash coming up in June in Cardiff against Belgium, who are favourites to win the group. But Wales, if they can hold on here, will think they can win the group. And why not?"

A great run from Aaron Ramsey into the Israel area nearly ends with the Arsenal man poking the ball past Ofir Marciano. However, the Israel stopper is alert to the danger and clears. Surely we'll see a third for Wales?

With Israel naming two players called Tal Ben Haim in their starting line-up today - although one has now been substituted - we're asking for your sporting namesake tales...

Bruce Cooper: I moved to New Zealand aged 25 having never met another Bruce. The football team I joined had four in the first 11.

Kevin Venter: I played in a cricket team which consisted of my father, brother, uncle and cousin. Our bowling figures were all muddled up every time.

Nesbitt: I was playing in a Sunday league match with my twin brother. I accidentally hooked an opponent's leg and the ref sent off my twin.

"It's great to see Sam Vokes back, isn't it.

"He was injured almost exactly a year ago, and he's worked hard in rehab to get fit again. He looks hungry, he wanted to start, but Chris Coleman is doing the right thing by giving him only twenty minutes."

Iwan Roberts is summarising for BBC Radio Wales

"Gareth Bale is a wonderful player."

He nearly did a Harry Kane! Wales sub Sam Vokes forces a point-blank save from Ofir Marciano within seconds of coming on. What an introduction that would have been.

Israel make another change. Striker Ben Sahar comes on for midfielder Eran Zahavi.

Burnley's Sam Vokes comes on for Hal Robson-Kanu. It's Vokes' first appearance in this Euro 2016 qualifying campaign.

Wales seem to be happy to knock it about at the back with 23 minutes still remaining - two goals up and with a man advantage. This has been a dream campaign so far for Chris Coleman's men.

A slight heartstopping moment for Wales. Aaron Ramsey fails to deal adequately with an Israel free kick from the right and keeper Wayne Hennessey is forced to make a save from a tight angle. Bar that, it has gone rather flat inside this stadium in Haifa - the red card and second goal has knocked the stuffing out of Israel.

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BBC Wales Sport: Gareth Bale has now scored as many goals for Wales as John Charles.

A free-kick to Israel from 40 yards is blocked by the alert Ashley Williams in the Wales defence. It looks like the defender is going to celebrate his 50th cap in style tonight.

"Wales know they have got something special going on here.

"That goal puts Gareth Bale tenth in the all-time scorers list, next to perhaps the greatest Welshman of all-time, John Charles.

"And the man he's overtaken on 14 goals? John Hartson, sat five seats away from us!"

Iwan Roberts is summarising for BBC Radio Wales

Tal Ben Haim II comes off and is replaced by Nir Biton. Ben Haim II can count himself unlucky to be brought off - the consequence of the earlier red card.

"Gareth Bale's now scored one more goal for Wales than my 14 - but when someone of his quality overtakes you, then you don't mind too much."

Israel are looking to bring on Celtic midfielder Nir Biton...

Paul Mulligan: Love to see Gareth Bale thundering in a free kick. Just disappointing it's not for Spurs. Brilliant!

Richard: WE ARE TOP OF THE LEAGUE! WE ARE TOP OF THE LEAGUE!!

Lines are open for tonight's 606 with Jason Mohammad and Chris Waddle - the programme runs from 19:00 GMT until 20:00 GMT but we want to hear from you now.

With Wales currently leading Israel, is this the year where Wales qualify for a major tournament?

Should England's man of the moment, Harry Kane go to the Under-21 European tournament or get a rest this summer?

And with England having a 100% record in qualifying, does Roy Hodgson deserve more credit?

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"The Sammy Ofer Stadium has fallen silent - except for the corner of the ground where around 950 Wales fans are having the time of their lives.

"'We are top of the league,' is the chant as Gareth Bale's superb free-kick doubles their lead.

"As it stands, Wales are the new leaders of Group B, to the clear and noisy delight of their travelling fans."

This is now a very tough ask for Israel - they have gone 4-1-3-1. They are without their top scorer Omer Damari, who went off injured in the first half and now down to 10 men.

"That was a big chance for Bale to seriously put the game to bed. Wales just have to focus now, be professional and make Israel work. If we can get another goal, brilliant, but a 2-0 win here would be great."

Gareth Bale should have scored his second. The Israel defence are nowhere to be seen as the Real Madrid forward comes in from the right but drags his shot wide of the near post.

"Wow, Bale. Great chance now to get the goal difference up."

"Ridiculous from Tibi. What is he doing? No complaints at all, he had to go."

What an awful night for Eytan Tibi - he is sent off for tripping up Gareth Bale. The resulting free-kick from Gareth Bale comes off the wall.

Don't forget, it was Tibi who conceded the free-kick that led to the second goal for Wales.

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"One word for me on Gareth Bale - genius. There's actually an Israel player trying to get back on the line but he could do nothing."

"I think the referee's got it absolutely spot on, but it's still a very dangerous situation for Israel with him stood over the ball."

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That was so close to a penalty. Gareth Bale is brought down by Israel defender Eytan Tibi on the edge of the area - a few inches shy of the area. Free-kick to Wales in a great position.

David Vaughan comes on for his first appearance in the Euro 2016 qualifiers - he replaces the injured Joe Ledley. What will that do to the Wales system?

By the way stat fans, this is the first time Israel have trailed in the Euro 2016 qualifying campaign. Meanwhile, Joe Ledley is getting treatment and looks like he is about to come off...

We are back under way.

Keith Thomas: How on earth have Israel won their first three games? They look very poor.

Chris Fenn: I liked James Collins' dummy shot - the keeper looked like he fell for it!

Daniel Lewis: Fantastic half for Wales. More of the same please in the second.

The teams are out. Will Wales hold on to or even extend this lead? What a victory this would be... that dream of reaching a major finals would be well and truly alive.

With Israel fielding two players called Tal Ben Haim, we're asking for your tales of sporting namesakes.

Barney: Back in the early 1980s in Liverpool, I was goalie for a team that had seven Franks.

Jordan White: Our school football team had two players called Mark Sneddon. The changing room song was: "There's only two Mark Sneddons!"

Iain Robbo: Didn't Fulham have two Moussa Dembeles?

Well, here's an interesting one. The midfielder who now plays for Tottenham is Mousa Dembele, with one 's', according to the player himself. The forward still at Fulham is Moussa Dembele.

"It's a long ball, it bounces in the box, then a good header from Bale but a brilliant header from Ramsey.

"A nice lay-off from Bale, but Ramsey has it all to do. A delightful header send the ball over the Israel keeper and it is just what Wales deserve."

Iwan Roberts is summarising for BBC Radio Wales

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If Wales do hold on to victory would this be hailed as a greater win than England's 4-0 triumph over Lithuania?

Victory on Friday meant means Roy Hodgson's side maintained their 100% record in Group E, with Slovakia, in Group C, the only other side with five wins from five.

England's very own "Gareth Bale", aka Harry Kane, made his debut and scored within 79 seconds of coming on. Bale only managed an assist in his first international, although he top trumps Kane on the age front - the Real Madrid man was only 16 when he made his bow.

And worth mentioning as well that as it stands in Group B, Wales are six points clear of Belgium.

Now, Belgium, who play Cyprus at 19:45 GMT, have two games in hand but this result would put them under pressure.

Well. What an end to the half. Did the late injury to striker Omer Damari upset Israel's rhythm and balance?

They were static when that long ball was played into their area - allowing Bale - not known for his heading ability - to nod on to Ramsey - relatively small - to head in.

As it stands Wales are top of Group B by two points. That's right two points clear.

"I said Israel were poor at the back, and I've been proved right. The goal has come from absolutely nothing and Ramsey has arrived with a super header for a great end to the first-half - and what a time to score! Chris Coleman will get them in the dressing room, sit them down and tell them 'we've got a great chance now here lads'."

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And the half-time whistle sounds. Good time to score?

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"Israel have had 55 per cent of possession so far and that surprises me, because Wales have looked dangerous and this game looks as if it's there for them."

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Tomer Hemed comes on for Omer Damari. Damari's injury is a big blow for Israel. He is their top scorer in qualifying with five goals.

Israel have two Tal Ben Haims in their line-up today, so we're asking for your sporting namesake stories. Keep them coming, please...

Michael in Leicester: I have played in a team with four sets of brothers. Anthony and Kev Higgins, Kevin and Sean Ball, John and Michael Gilbert (me) and - to cap it off - twins Craig and Shaun Brennan in centre midfield. The mighty St Patrick's of Leicester!

Nathan in Banbury: I played for my local village cricket team where six of the played had the surname Jones. The scorers didn't have a clue who was who as we all bowled!

Nathan in Belfast: Our school rugby team had a pair of twins called John and Edward on the wings, which was pretty confusing. Even more confusing know as they go by the name of Jedward...!

There are two Jedwards? That's frightening...

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It looked for a second that Sheran Yeini and Gareth Bale were on the judo floor. Bale was looking to get the ball and Teini was palming him off. It was all settled quite quickly. Meanwhile, Israel top scorer in qualifying, Omer Damari, is coming off with an injury - there didn't seem to be anyone around him when he fell to the floor.

"He ran into him quite heavily, but there was nothing malicious from Chris Gunter."

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We are hearing that James Collins had not been ruled out for offside when he missed a superb chance earlier in the half. The goal would have stood.

Will Wales pay for his profligacy later?

Nasty one for Chris Gunter, who felt the force of a coming to between himself and Bebras Natcho. But both are OK to carry on. Made of tough stuff are modern-day footballers.

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"Israel are just sitting in now. They know how dangerous Wales can be, especially in the wide areas through Bale."

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Reading's Hal Robson-Kanu has been a willing runner on his own up front, but he does look a little isolated at times - especially when Wales look for him to chase for the hopeful ball over the top - that tactic hasn't really worked so far. Will we see Sam Vokes on after the break?

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"Nobody seems to want to defend for Israel. There's so much room for Wales to run into. Israel are not defensively-minded at all."

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This is like a boxing match at the moment. Wales won the first two rounds. Now it's time for Israel to assert dominance. How will this end?

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Wales keeper Wayne Hennessey is called into action for the first time - he is forced to push away an effort from Eran Zahavi. That was the first time Israel have threatened the Wales stopper.

There are three more qualifiers currently taking place - none of them concerning teams in the same group as Wales. Latvia are holding unbeaten Group A leaders Czech Republic in Prague and it's also scoreless in Group H between Croatia and Norway in Zagreb. Robert Prosinecki's first game in charge of Azerbaijan has started well - they lead Malta 1-0 in Group H.

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The stats just showed that Israel have had 54% of possession. Although I'm sure Wales will be happier with their 46%.

Israel's top scorer this campaign, Omer Damari with five goals, has not really had much of a sniff so far... but what do they say about strikers and the number of chances they need?

Not the best of shots by Reading winger Hal Robson-Kanu - it drifts four feet wide from 18 yards - but the stats will show another effort by Wales.

Good tempo by Wales, clearly on top at the moment. Good time to score?

Israel have two players called Tal Ben Haim in their line-up today. We're asking if you have any stories of playing alongside a namesake. If you did, was it confusing? Let us know.

MCB Wright: Currently on a hockey festival in Bath with four out of the team called Jack.

Arran: When James Collins joined Aston Villa, he arrived at his first training session and was told he shouldn't be there - he'd been mistaken for a youth team player of the same name.

Marco Polo: Fulham had John Collins and Collins John on their books at the same time.

Nick: Ben Haim has been fantastic down at Charlton this season. Wales and Bale certainly shouldn't underestimate him.

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"Israel look really suspect at the back in this first 20 minutes. They're giving Wales opportunities without them having to do anything. I feel they'll give Wales a chance tonight. It's just a case of taking one of those chances to get their noses in front."

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A terrible pass from Eytan Tibi allows Wales' Gareth Bale to race on to the ball. The Real Madrid £80m man drives into the area but his shot is blocked by Tal Ben Haim I. It has been a great start by Chris Coleman's men - can they keep it up?

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What. A. Miss. James Collins - hero at the other end moments ago - fails to get a good connection on Gareth Bale's teasing delivery. Collins is unmarked, just three yards out. He sort of stands on the ball and the keeper is able to smother the danger.

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Wales on the attack. Aaron Ramsey has a shot blocked from inside the area. The Welsh pile on the pressure - Liverpool's Joe Allen dances around the Israel defence in the area, but before he can shoot the ball is poked away.

Alas, a disappointing corner allows Israel to clear their lines.

Wales keeper Wayne Hennessey hasn't had too much to do but is alert to come forward and pluck Bebras Natcho's high ball for Omer Damari out of the air

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Israel playing a slightly dangerous game at the back by passing it around. Gareth Bale and Hal Robson-Kanu look hungry out on the pitch and are closing the defenders down at every opportunity.

Adam Smith: I played in a team with three pairs of twins. Each pair of twins had a James.

Ging Ginanjar: The Indonesian national team once had two players with the name Sunardi. Indonesia's FA listed them as Sunardi A and Sunardi B.

Ed Woodhouse: I'm pretty sure Ghana used to have John Mensah and Jonathan Mensah as a centre back pairing? Must have got confusing.

The two (unrelated) Mensahs did indeed play together at the 2010 World Cup. Have you got any tales of playing alongside a namesake? Are you a centre-half who shares a name with your striker? Get in touch - the details of how to do so are at the top of this post.

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"They're not paying Bale any particular attention here, Israel. It's up to him to take advantage of that and show how important he can be for the national side tonight."

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Release the Bale! The Real Madrid forward races on to a pass and drives his shot about three feet wide of keeper Ofir Marciano's left-hand upright from 18 yards. He really should have hit the target.

Danger at the other end. Tal Ben Haim II's cross from the left has to be headed away by Wales defender James Collins. There's a good tempo to this match already.

"It's three-centre-backs for Wales, which puts a big onus on the two wing-backs to get forward and support the front men down the flanks. They're showing Israel a lot of respect with this line-up but there's no need for them to be fearful. They need to believe they can come to places like this and win."

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Cheeky! Arsenal wizard Aaron Ramsey cuts inside into the area before poking his effort with the outside of his foot just past the keeper's right-hand post. It's not all about Gareth Bale.

Arthur: The only name confusion I ever had was a stray dog running on to the pitch with my name. I thought someone was going mental at me for no reason!

Christopher Banks: Lined up against another Chris Banks last season - I was the goalkeeper and he set up a goal against me.

Craig: My surname is Bevis - and for one game only, played with my three brothers. Stuart was number one, Buster number two, me number three and Ken number four.

We're asking for your football namesake experiences, as Israel are lining up with two players called Tal Ben Haim.

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"Wales have to show they're good enough to win one of these big away games in this group, starting with the game tonight. They've gone with a cautious line-up and they've made a decent start."

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In case you're wondering why I wrote "Tal Ben Haim I", that's because there are two Tal Ben Haims playing for Israel - the other will be known as Tal Ben Haim II. The sequel.

"Wales manager Chris Coleman said before the match he expected a hostile atmosphere, and the Israeli fans are living up to their billing.

"Every Welsh touch is met with shrill, deafening whistles from the crowd - which is an impressive sight with almost every home supporter holding an Israeli flag."

Good defending by Tal Ben Haim I to get in front of Hal Robson Kanu, who was almost picked out by Joe Allen's dinked ball into the area. Wales on the front foot.

BBC World Service Sport has interviewed former Israel international Ronny Rosenthal ahead of the match.

On today's game:

"Israel have got quite a good side. They don't have really big stars but you know as a group they are doing well and they will have the crowd and a big new stadium and the confidence as well."

On Gareth Bale:

"A player on his own in terms of quality, there is no one like Gareth Bale. There is no one approaching the quality of Bale - the most complete player for me in the world. I know him obviously from Spurs because I have been watching Spurs for many years since, so really he is the key player. He is a player Israel need to keep their eye on, even to put two players on him or one that will go for him anyway, even if he's going for a little bit of water on the side. There is no way they can let him have his own way."

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We are under way.

Wales win the toss. Ashley Williams' side will bowl. Sorry, wrong sport.

Former Wales striker Robert Earnshaw: Good luck and I hope @FAWales get a great result today in Israel.

Ness: I am Ness and once played on a team with a Tess and Jess. Very confusing.

Daniel Heaver: Played in a water polo game with three of our six outfield players called Dan. Organizing marking was not easy.

Chambo: Three of us had the surname Chalmers - Jim, Grant and Allan. No relation to each other, We played for Buchahaven Hearts JFC.

Israel have two players in their starting line-up called Tal Ben Haim. Have you ever played in a team who had two players with the same name? Perhaps you had a namesake up front, or in goal?

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The teams are out - they are about to play the national anthems.

"Give the ball to Bale every time you get it, and let him get at Ben Haim. Simple."

Yes, Robbie, but which one?

Wales manager Chris Coleman: "We've worked on three at the back last week and in previous games. We have two or three other options. We can go to a four at the back also.

"No Sam Vokes up front - he needs games. This will be a high-tempo game. I spoke to Burnley manager Sean Dyche about Sam's fitness - he probably needs more 90 minutes. Sam is ready to come on when we need him.

"It's about us getting performances right and not worrying about the consequences. We have to go out and do what we've been doing."

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We all remember two-legged play-off between Wales and Israel for a place at the 1958 World Cup finals? No?

Well, there was a two-legged play-off between Wales and Israel for a place at the 1958 World Cup finals.

Israel, who won the African and Asian zone, were asked to play a team who had not initially qualified - that happened to be Wales, runners-up in Group 4.

To cut the rambling short:

Israel 0-2 Wales (Scorers: Len Allchurch, Dave Bowen)

Wales 2-0 Israel (Scorers: Ivor Allchurch, Cliff Jones)

Wales qualified.

Israel have two Tal Ben Haims in their starting line-up today. Have you ever played in a team with a namesake?

Barry Hughes: Tavistock vets v Launceston 1995 - I was one of five Barrys in the team!

Matthew Conlon-Oates: There are currently three Ryans on my team.

The JTRHD: When I used to play, there were seven Joes including me... Three had the same initials.

Bird: No, never.

Thanks, Bird. Let us know if that changes.

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In order for Israel to grab their first win over Wales, they might have to stop the marauding runs of Gareth Bale.

If you were the Israel coach who would you look to for advice? That's right, Bale's Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo.

"We contacted Cristiano (Ronaldo) exactly how to do it, how to stop Bale," said Israel coach Eli Guttman.

"But he didn't answer the call and it is not about one man."

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Here's more on Eli Guttman's Israel. They have beaten Andorra, Cyprus and Bosnia to record a perfect nine-point start.

"We are surprised to be top," said Guttman, whose side host Belgium on Tuesday in a fixture postponed last September due to the political situation in the Middle East at the time.

"If you had asked me before if we would get nine points I would say maybe seven.

"But after the performance against Bosnia it is not surprising because the group deserved it."

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Chris Pi: Hammock all set for Wales v Israel - off to beach bar in a bit.

Chris Bennion: So unbelievably tense about Israel v Wales that I feel a bit sick. Preferred it when we had no chance of qualifying.

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"Wales fans are already making themselves heard - and seen - at the Sammy Ofer Stadium.

"They have brought a new banner with them for this game. It reads 'Chris Coleman's Red Army' and includes an enormous picture of the Wales manager.

"This level of adulation is a far cry from the jeers Coleman had to endure at half-time in their opening game of the campaign in Andorra.

"Wales went on to win that game, however, and they are unbeaten since then."

We asked how highly in Wales's great sporting moments it would be if the team qualified for Euro 2016.

Mike Corris: For me it would. Being the first in my life time. If we make it, I intend to sell everything I have to, to make sure I'll be there. We'd get smashed for 270 minutes and I'd love every single one of them

John Hughes: I'm English but I'd love to see Wales there...Bale is an outstanding player no matter what the Madrid fans think of him...in fact they're not even the true fans of Madrid. .Atleti are...Madrid are so fickle.

Matt Richards: Wales with a full strength team could give anyone a good game on their day. With Ramsey and Bale leading the line we could do well. Let's hope we can get a result tonight.. CYMRU AM BYTH!!!!

Rich Dawson: A first in my lifetime. Nap you could say once in a lifetime opportunity. So close too many times. May lead to my divorce though as I will have to go.

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BBC Radio Wales: This is your 30-minute warning to kick off between ISRvWAL. Tick-tock, tick-tock.

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Thirty-one minutes until kick off...

Greg Ingram: Had myself and another player named Greg Ingram. The manager just called him junior and me senior.

Michael Blighe: Not much chance for me having the Ben Haim problem, I haven't met anyone outside my own family with my last name!

Israel have two players in their starting line-up called Tal Ben Haim. Have you ever played in a team who had two players with the same name? Perhaps you had a namesake up front, or in goal?

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Wales' close Group B rivals Belgium and Cyprus (19:45 GMT) play each other in the ol' King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels.

Cyprus are two points behind the Welsh, while Belgium, rather surprisingly, only have five points from three games.

The Belgians, who can call on the likes of Eden Hazard, Marouane Fellaini, Romelu Lukaku and Jan Vertonghen, need to up their game.

In Group A, 100%ers Czech Republic should cruise past Latvia (17:00 GMT). World Cup semi-finalists Netherlands only have six points from four games - they face Turkey at home at 19:45 GMT. In the early kick off, there are 20 minutes left with Iceland leading Kazakhstan 2-0. The result would move Iceland three points clear at the top of Group A.

And finally Group H (not Group C), the big clash is in Croatia where the leaders on goal difference face Norway, who are third on nine points - one behind (17:00 GMT).

Second-placed Italy are in Bulgaria (19:45 GMT).

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BBC Football producer Phil Wye: Haifa, Israel v Wales 5pm ko, @bbc5live commentary team @alibruceball @JohnHartson10 @ianbrownfooty

So, with Israel fielding two players called Tal Ben Haim, we want to know this: Have you ever played in the same team as someone with your name? How confusing was it?

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Sharp-eyed observers will have noticed that Israel have two players called Tal Ben Haim in their starting line-up.

One - pictured on the left - is a winger who plays for Maccabi Tel Aviv. The other, on the right, is the former Bolton, Chelsea and Manchester City centre-back, and the captain of his country.

There are previous high-profile instances of international sides containing two players with the same name: North Korea's 2010 World Cup squad had two men called Pak Nam-Chol, while England went to Mexico 1986 with two players called Gary Stevens.

Wales manager Chris Coleman names a team which shows two changes from November's goalless draw in Belgium. James Collins replaces injured centre-back James Chester, who has yet to recover fully from a dislocated shoulder.

Tottenham's Ben Davies also slots in at centre-back as Coleman switches to the 5-3-2 formation which he used at the start of the campaign in Andorra. That means Gareth Bale starts up front alongside Hal Robson-Kanu. Ashley Williams wins his 50th cap.

Israel boss Eli Guttman makes just one change from the team which beat Bosnia-Hercegovina 3-0 last time out as Orel Dgani replaces Eyal Meshumar at right-back in a 4-3-3 formation.

Israel XI: Marziano; Dgani, Tal Ben Haim, Tibi, Ben Harush; Yeini, Natcho, Refaelov; Tal Ben Haim II, Zehavi, Dmari.

Wales XI: Hennessey; Gunter, Williams, Collins, Davies, Taylor; Allen, Ledley, Ramsey; Robson-Kanu, Bale.

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Williams is in the squad... find out if he has won his 50th cap very soon.

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"The excitement in Haifa is palpable - and it has been all day.

"Wales' crucial Euro 2016 qualifier against Israel sold out long ago, but hordes of Israeli fans have been searching desperately for tickets today.

"A large number of them also gathered outside Wales' team hotel earlier, wearing Real Madrid shirts and waiting eagerly for a glimpse of Gareth Bale.

"The world's most expensive footballer has been the talk of the town in the build-up to this match. And after a turbulent few weeks with his club, Bale will be aiming to put all that behind him come kick-off."

Remember we have full coverage of Israel v Wales on BBC Radio 5 live - your commentary team in Haifa is Alistair Bruce-Ball, Ian Brown and John Hartson. There is also commentary on BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio Cymru.

Stay with 5 live after the match because we have 606, from 19:00-20:00 GMT, with Jason Mohammed and Chris Waddle.

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Where would reaching Euro 2016 rate in Welsh sporting history?

Better than reaching the 1958 World Cup finals?

Better than Wales' record win over England to win the 2013 Six Nations?

Better than any solo try by JPR Williams?

Surely not as good as Joe Calzaghe's win over Bernard Hopkins in 2008?

Colin Jackson setting a world record in winning World 110m hurdles gold in 1993?

And send us your pictures of where you'll be watching today's match.

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This was only tweeted by FA Wales just after 14:00 GMT. Gareth Bale (on the right) leading his team-mates on a stroll around Haifa.

"Lads. Was it right or left back to the stadium?..."

While we pull together the rest of the team news, read Wales' Euro 2016 story so far:

With the format changing from 16 teams to 24 teams for the 2016 finals, Wales' chances of reaching France were given a huge boost.

Still with Bosnia-Hercegovina, Belgium and Israel in the group it was never going to be easy to grab one of the two automatic qualifier spots.

But after four matches, Wales are unbeaten with two wins and two draws - including a draw in Belgium and one at home to Bosnia-Hercegovina.

Here's the table - makes for good reading Wales fans:

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Early team news - Gareth Bale starts for Wales.

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Could this be the campaign? Maybe? Possibly? Wales in a major finals?*

Imagine: Several Y Ddraig Goch flags dancing in the breeze at the Stade de France as Gareth Bale drives down the left before smashing an angled shot past Hugo Lloris as Wales beat the hosts to win Euro 2016...

Cue calls for a national holiday, a football chants album by Katherine Jenkins and Bale's New Year Knighthood.

Dare to dream Wales fans?

First though, Group B leaders Israel in Haifa - a minor obstacle.

*Yes, Wales did reach the 1958 World Cup finals, but we are certainly not counting the second qualifying stage of the 1976 Euros.