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Seamus Coleman is one of the best I've played with, claims Ashley Williams ahead of Everton duo's clash as Wales meet Republic of Ireland in qualifier

Ashley Williams has claimed Everton team-mate Seamus Coleman is one of the best players he has played with before the duo go head-to-head as Wales take on the Republic of Ireland.

Wales' Williams admits taking on Ireland's Coleman will be a challenge when the Toffees defenders - who captain their respective nations - face each other in Friday's World Cup qualifier.

'He's unbelievable, one of the best players I've ever played with,' said Williams, speaking in an interview with Dafabet, Everton and Wales' online and betting company partner.

Ashley Williams will meet Everton team-mate Seamus Coleman in Friday's World Cup qualifier
Ashley Williams will meet Everton team-mate Seamus Coleman in Friday's World Cup qualifier
The Wales captain described Coleman as one of the best players he has played alongside
The Wales captain described Coleman as one of the best players he has played alongside
The Toffees centre back insists Coleman is a player Wales will need to stop on Friday evening
The Toffees centre back insists Coleman is a player Wales will need to stop on Friday evening

'A right back who can defend excellently but he's also an attacking player – you see that with Everton week in week out.