Wales have beaten Ukraine 1-0 to qualify for their first World Cup finals since 1958.

In a rain-soaked match at the Cardiff City Stadium, the visitors’ captain, Andriy Yarmolenko, headed into his own net in the 34th minute as he tried to block a free-kick from Gareth Bale.

The result means Wales go into Group B for the tournament, beginning in Qatar in November, alongside England, the United States and Iran.

It was an emotional occasion for Ukrainian fans as they watched their team far from home, where the war against Russia continues.

They wrapped themselves in their nation’s flag, looking for hope in dark times.

Coming into the match, they were able to take confidence from Wednesday’s 3-1 win over Scotland at Hampden Park.

Despite having some decent chances in the Welsh capital, however, they were unable to find the net.

Wales looked nervous and disorganised in the opening minutes of the game.

But they grew steadily into the contest, forcing a couple of corners as Bale and Aaron Ramsey probed for openings on the quick, wet surface.

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