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Bale inspires Wales to win over Austria in World Cup playoff semi

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March 24, 2022 Wales' Gareth Bale celebrates after the match Action Images via Reuters

Gareth Bale scored both goals as Wales edged Austria 2-1 in their playoff semi-final on Thursday to move a step closer to a first World Cup finals appearance in 64 years.

The 32-year-old struck home a precision free kick in the 25th minute to open the scoring, emphasing his role as the team's talisman with a superb effort in Cardiff.

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