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Two Nottingham Forest players receive international call-ups ahead of crucial qualifiers

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Nottingham Forest first-team members Neco Williams and Wayne Hennessey have both received call-ups for the Wales national side.

Rob Page’s side have two qualifiers against Armenia and Turkey during the upcoming international break, with two victories putting them on the brink of qualification.

36-year-old goalkeeper Hennessey will be looking to add to his 109 caps for his country, with Williams looking to add to his tally of 34 caps despite being just 22.

Williams will be looking to build on his impressive cameo against Aston Villa, where the defender made four tackles in just ten minutes on the field.

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Hennessey and Williams included for crucial qualifiers

In a post on their official Twitter page, the Welsh FA confirmed their squad for the upcoming games with Armenia and Turkey.

Wales v Croatia: Group D - UEFA EURO 2024 European Qualifiers
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Wales currently sit second in their qualifying group, six points off leaders Turkey and level on points with third-placed Croatia – with the top two sides automatically qualifying for the competition next summer.

Two wins for Page’s side during the break will put Wales in a great position to qualify for the European Championships in Germany next summer.

Forest duo could help Wales massively this international break

Whilst Hennessey is usually deployed as a backup for his country like he is for the Reds, Williams is a utility man who plays all over the pitch for his nation.

The 22-year-old often features at right-back, left-back or even in midfield for Page’s side – with Williams being a key man for his nation in recent times.

Wales will be desperate to secure vital victories this break to increase their chances of qualification for EURO 2024.