Wales boss Wilkinson sleeps in airport amid travel chaos

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Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson spent the night in an Italian airport after severe weather derailed the team's travel plans ahead of Friday's World Cup qualifier in Montenegro. The unexpected overnight stay highlighted the logistical challenges facing international football teams navigating unpredictable weather disruptions. Wilkinson and her squad were caught in travel delays that forced them to adapt their pre-match preparation while still en route to their qualifier. The incident underscores how external factors beyond coaching and tactics can affect teams' readiness for crucial matches.