Hello and welcome to our LIVE text commentary of Wales' crucial World Cup Qualifier in Moldova. All looked lost ahead of the midweek clash with Austria for Wales. Chris Coleman's men had picked up too many draws to trail Republic of Ireland in second by four points, but a vital win over Austria in Cardiff, coupled with the Republic's disappointing draw in Georgia, blew Group D wide open. Win tonight in Chisinau, and the pressure will be firmly piled on the Boys in Green, who take on group leaders Serbia in Dublin. Wales' goal difference could do with a boost, too. I'm Pete Hall, and I will be bringing you the action, as it happens, live!

World Cup Qualification UEFA / Matchday 8

Stadionul Zimbru / 05.09.2017

Moldova

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Wales

H. Robson-Kanu(81')
A. Ramsey(90+4')

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ByBen Snowball

Updated 05/09/2017 at 20:41 GMT

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90+4'

FT: Moldova 0-2 Wales. Much better in the second half as Wales net that crucial victory. The three points sees Chris Coleman's men leapfrog Republic of Ireland into second place. What a week for Wales! They sit in that play-off spot, one point ahead of the Republic, with two games to play. Plenty still to do. Thanks for joining us. Full report and reaction to follow on site. Goodbye.

90+4'

It wouldn't have made too much of a difference but Moldova rattle the crossbar in the dying moments!

90+3'

A huge slice of luck for Wales as Rasmey's volley takes a wicked deflection before finding the net.

90+3'

GOOOOOALLL! Moldova 0-2 Wales. Game over as Ramsey nets a second.

90+2'

SAAAAAAVE! He has had very little to do all night, but what a crucial stop that could be by Hennessey. The wicked attempt from Cojocari bounced in front of the Crystal Palace stopper, but Hennessey got two strong hands to it.

90'

Four minutes of added time here. Can Wales hold on? Corner to Moldova...

88'

Goalscoring hero Robson-Kanu's match is over, as Dave Edwards comes on in his place.

87'

Moldova still very much a threat on the break. Wales must be careful.

85'

During the break, Moldvoa make two chances with Graur and Ionita replaced by Vladimir Ambros and Igor Bugaev before play gets back underway.

What a turnaround!

83'

SAVE! Woodburn looks like a natural at this level. Great feet by the 17-year-old, as he drags the ball back, before unleashing an effort at goal, which is well saved Cebanu.

81'

What a role Woodburn has played once more for Wales. Great play from the youngster to get to the byline, before whipping a superb cross at full stretch onto the head on Robson-Kanu, who arches his back and guides the ball into the bottom corner. Jubilation on the Wales bench.

80'

GOOOOOOOOOOAAAALLLLLLLL! Huuuuuuge goal for Wales as Robson-Kanu heads the visitors in front.

78'

Ramsey has an effort from distance, but he again gets underneath it. Chance after chance for Wales now.

76'

Wales piling the pressure on here. Williams is almost an auxiliary striker now.

This goal has to be the inspiration for Wales. They need a winner!

74'

NO PENALTY! Bale feeds Woodburn, the youngster goes down under challenge from Posmac, but the referee points for a goal kick. Would have been harsh.

72'

Moldova just scramble the ball away, as Cebanu completely misses his punch, Bale is lurking, but Epureanu clears.

70'

Davies does well to get to the byline, tries to pull it back, but sees his cross blocked.

68'

Coleman has upped the ante once more, with King replaced by a striker in the form of Sam Vokes.

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