Source: PA
Williams to skipper Wales
Swansea defender Ashley Williams will captain Wales in Friday's Euro 2012 qualifier against Bulgaria.
The 26-year-old will take the armband from Craig Bellamy, who is missing the Cardiff City Stadium clash and next week's trip to Switzerland through injury.
Williams has previous experience in the role but not in a competitive fixture.
Alan Curtis, assistant to caretaker manager Brian Flynn, said: "You look at the squad and suitability of players, players in form and for players with charisma and an aura within the squad. I think Ashley has got everybody's respect and in the end it became a fairly natural choice."
Wales have slight doubts over the fitness of Swans team-mate Joe Allen for this week's game. The midfielder has a groin problem, along with Sheffield United`s Ched Evans, but Wales are hopeful they will come through and both will remain with the squad.
Curtis added: "We are not quite sure if they are going to be available for Friday but, looking long term, they are still part of the squad. It's just a little bit of soreness and tenderness which for the pair of them hasn't quite cleared up."
