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Former Aston Villa defender Neil Taylor lands FAW coaching role

Former Aston Villa defender Neil Taylor has joined the Wales under 21s coaching staff.

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Taylor, who played 103 times during a five year spell at Villa Park - represented Wales on 43 occasions and featured in their run to the Euro 2016 semi-final.

He has been working with the Welsh FA to earn his UEFA Pro Licence - and has now been appointed assistant manager to Under 21s boss Matty Jones.

Taylor said: "I'm delighted to have been given the chance to join the coaching team with this highly talented under-21s group.

"Having walked the path that the players are currently on during my playing days, I feel I can have a positive impact on their careers.

"I appreciate the opportunity that Matty has given me and now I can't wait to start working with the players and building towards the next qualifying campaign."

The 34-year-old has been coaching with Aston Villa's under 16s since his retirement in November 2022 - and he joins the coaching staff alongside former Wales and West Brom keeper Boaz Myhill.