Varied Outcomes for Swansea City’s International Players

Swansea City’s international players experienced a range of outcomes during the final international break of 2024, with Liam Cullen’s memorable performance for Wales being a highlight. Cullen achieved a significant milestone for Wales, scoring his first goals for his country in their Nations League victory over Iceland on Tuesday. He also played 18 minutes as a substitute in last Saturday’s draw in Turkey, a match where his club-mates Ben Cabango and Joe Allen were unused. However, Cabango participated for the full 90 minutes in midweek, partnering Joe Rodon in the central defence of Craig Bellamy’s team. Rodon is a player Cabango could potentially mark when Swansea hosts Leeds United on Sunday. Veteran midfielder Joe Allen made his second appearance for Wales since ending his international retirement, playing the final 25 minutes of the triumph against Iceland. Swansea striker Zan Vipotnik was active for Slovenia, playing 72 minutes in their 4-1 home defeat to Norway last Thursday, a game in which Erling Haaland scored twice. Vipotnik then played an additional 91 minutes in a 1-1 draw in Austria on Sunday. The result in Austria meant Slovenia concluded their Nations League Group B3 campaign in third place. Lawrence Vigouroux remained on Cuba’s bench as they drew 0-0 with Peru last weekend, followed by a 4-2 victory over Venezuela on Wednesday. Nathan Tjoe-A-On received playing time, featuring for 76 minutes in Indonesia’s 4-0 home loss to Japan. He later came off the bench for the final 22 minutes in their 2-0 win against Saudi Arabia.