00:00Wales' new era under Craig Bellamy already carries a distinctly Cardiff City flavour.
00:08In the wake of September's internationals, the manager has singled out two academy graduates,
00:12Joel Colwell and Dylan Lawler, as players, he believes, can shape the national side for years to come.
00:22Colwell, at 19, had a senior call-up after his brother Ruben withdrew following Cardiff's 4-0 victory over Plymouth.
00:30Although unused in the 1-0 win in Kazakhstan, Joel's inclusion was a statement of intent.
00:35Bellamy has tracked his development closely, recalling a standout display at Cheltenham last season
00:42and praised the teenager's energy, commitment to the team and quality.
00:49He insists he has the tools to become a really big player for Wales in the coming years.
00:53If Colwell represents promise for the future, then Dylan Lawler has already delivered in the present.
01:00Drafted in after Joe Roden's withdrawal, the 19-year-old centre-back produced a commanding performance in Astana
01:08that earned him the Man of the Match award.
01:12Bellamy described him as a player we are all excited about, highlighting his ability to push Wales' more established defenders.
01:20Attention then turned to the Canada-friendly in Swansea, where both Colwell and fellow youngster Ronan Copacchio were eyeing potential debuts.
01:31The physicality and tempo Canada offered was seen as ideal preparation for a squad in transition.
01:37Beyond the pitch, Cardiff's influence stretches further.
01:40Kian Ashford, part of the under-21s, admitted Lawler's display had inspired him, saying it's what dreams are made of.
01:49The pathway from club to country feels clearer than ever before.
01:55For Bellamy, these emerging players represent more than just depth.
01:59They are symbols of a future he wants to build by trusting in youth and exposing them to genuine challenges.
02:05The Wales manager has ensured that Cardiff's production line is now firmly tied to the national story.
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