Wilkinson spends night in airport but says Wales will be ready

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Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson spent the night in an airport after travel chaos disrupted the team's journey to Montenegro, but she insists the disruption won't derail their Women's World Cup qualifier Friday. Despite the logistical nightmare, Wilkinson expressed confidence that her squad remains focused and prepared. The ordeal tested the team's resilience just days before a crucial match, yet the coach emphasized that such obstacles are part of elite football and won't be used as excuses.