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Speed convinced Tottenham ace Bale now back to very best

Wales coach Gary Speed feels he has Tottenham star Gareth Bale back to his best after victory over Montenegro.

The incredible pace and strength of Bale sparked the Welsh to a shock 2-1 victory over previously unbeaten Montenegro in Cardiff on Friday night.

Now the Welsh are ­looking for another ­jet-propelled performance from the 21-year-old Tottenham prodigy.

Speed said: "Gareth is a fantastic player. When he gets the ball in full flight, it's a sight to see.

"The difference against Montenegro was that we got the ball to him quickly this time.

"That's what we have been working on doing in the six months since I started the job - to ­develop a high-tempo passing game to get the best out of our big players.

"It's been tough for the players, it's always hard when you're not winning. But we have persevered - and I'm pleased we can see a bit of light now at the end of the tunnel. It means we can go to Wembley now with some confidence.

"We've done them a ­favour by beating ­Montenegro. But they won't be getting any ­favours from us now.

"England are a great team, they have so much quality. It's going to be tough, but I believe we can do something there."

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