ASHLEY WILLIAMS delivered a pep talk to Wales’ stars of the future ahead of their European Under-17 Championship finals tilt.
Williams led Chris Coleman’s senior side to the Euro 2016 semi-finals and won 86 caps.
Ashley Williams has passed his tournament experience onto the next generation of WalesReuters
Williams was Wales captain when Chris Coleman’s side reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals and the defender scored in the quarter-final against BelgiumGetty – Contributor
And the ex-Dragons captain visited the squad to give an insight to the next generation about his experiences of playing at a major tournament.
Wales’ squad, which includes Manchester United forward Gabriele Biancheri, have met in Cardiff.
They have reached their first appearance at a youth finals since 1981.
Wales open their tournament against hosts Hungary in Budapest on Wednesday.
Williams, 38, posted on Instagram: “The gift is always to be passed on, it’s not yours to keep.
“An attitude of gratitude @fawales.
“Pleasure to speak to our U17s ahead of their Euros campaign.”
Craig Knight’s Wales, who qualified for the first time in their history after a 2-2 draw with Montenegro in the elite round, also face Poland and Republic of Ireland in Group A.
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England are in Group D and start their campaign against Croatia on Thursday and also face Netherlands and Switzerland.
Scotland take on holders France plus Germany and Portugal in Group C.