Wales defender Mayzee Davies reveals that missing Euro 2025 due to injury has fueled her determination for the upcoming World Cup play-offs.

The 20-year-old suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during international duty in May 2025, sidelining her for 13 months. This setback meant she missed Wales' historic first major tournament appearance, intensifying her resolve to qualify for the 2027 World Cup.

Wales will face Albania in Shkoder on Friday, 9 October, with a return match in Llanelli four days later.

Davies expressed her emotional journey, stating:

It was so hard. It was just so sad for everyone, even in my street, it affected us. I’d just broken through into the team at 18, going to my first major tournament. It was horrible, and I think everyone close to me felt it.

Reflecting on her recovery, she admitted it was a challenging time, where she feared she might never return to football. She highlighted the support from teammates and family, which played a crucial role in her comeback, stating, "I could start to walk again now."

Now back in action, having played in the final two group qualifiers against Montenegro and Czech Republic in June, Davies is more motivated than ever. She aims to experience the thrill of competing in a World Cup for Wales, especially with the prospect of playing in Brazil.

She concluded, "It would be amazing not just for me and my family, but coming off the back of the injury, it would make it extra special if we got there."