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Wales boss Chris Coleman backs under-pressure captain Ashley Williams to get through tough start to the season amid Everton woes

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Chris Coleman has expressed his support for under-fire Wales captain Ashley Williams.

The Everton defender has endured a difficult season at Goodison Park with his form coming under the microscope during the Toffees' struggles.

Williams' mistake last month also led to the Republic of Ireland winner that ended Wales' World Cup hopes, and he was later criticised on social media for failing to acknowledge Welsh fans at the final whistle.

Wales boss Chris Coleman has backed captain Ashley Williams to come through tough patchu00a0
Wales boss Chris Coleman has backed captain Ashley Williams to come through tough patch

But Wales boss Coleman named Williams in his squad for November friendlies against France and Panama and, although he turned 33 in August, it appears that the 75-times capped centre back is ready to continue his international career.