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Wales 4-0 Moldova: Bale leads Chris Coleman's men to victory

Sep 5, 2016 4:47:38 PM

The Dragons picked up all three points in their opening game of their World Cup campaign, continuing their impressive form

A Gareth Bale brace and further goals from Sam Vokes and Joe Allen helped Wales ease to a comfortable 4-0 win over Moldova in their opening World Cup 2018 qualifier at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Vokes headed the hosts in front from a fine Bale cross after 38 minutes before Allen capitalised on a goalkeeping error to make it 2-0 six minutes later.

Ivan Jardan's ill-advised backpass then gifted Bale his first of the night after 50 minutes and the Real Madrid star added another from the penalty spot - his 24th international goal - deep into stoppage time.