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Chris Coleman: No request from Real Madrid to rest Gareth Bale against Andorra

Gareth Bale and Hal Robson-Kanu celebrate
Image: Chris Coleman says Real Madrid have not asked Wales to rest Gareth Bale

Chris Coleman has denied reports that suggest Real Madrid have asked Wales to rest Gareth Bale against Andorra on Tuesday.

Wales have already confirmed their qualification for Euro 2016 and Madrid were rumoured to be upset at Bale's inclusion in the squad for the final Group B fixture.

The Spanish giants have already seen striker Karim Benzema sidelined for up to three weeks with a leg injury whilst on international duty with France.

However, Coleman denied that any such request had been made and went on to reveal that Madrid's manager, Rafael Benitez, had sent the Welsh coaching staff a congratulatory text after the Bosnia game. 

"There's been no demand from Real Madrid on if he starts how long he will play," said Wales boss Coleman.

"Real Madrid have always been first class."

Wales end their qualification campaign at home, knowing that a win could see them finish above Belgium and top the group.

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Meanwhile, Coleman has revealed that a showdown between Bale and his Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo could potentially take place in November.

Wales are still searching for high-profile opposition in November and Ronaldo's Portugal side may be an option. 

"Portugal would be a good one but they could be part of a mini-tournament in Miami," Coleman said.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 12: Cristiano Ronaldo (R) of Real Madrid CF is congratulated by his teammate Gareth Bale (L) after scoring his team's sixth go
Image: Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo could be on opposite sides in Cardiff

"If not, we would be interested. We would want it in Cardiff and it's possibly a good time to go the Millennium Stadium and play in front of a big crowd."

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