Wales manager Ryan Giggs defends Bale's performance

Ryan Giggs has defended Gareth Bale's performance after he suffered his first defeat as Wales manager to Uruguay in the China Cup final.
Real Madrid star Bale has been the big attraction at this four-team tournament in Nanning with his every move monitored by the media and his Chinese fan base.

Asked about Bale's performance, Giggs said: "The pitch had a big part to play in it as it wasn't ideal for dribbling or sticking the pass in. When Gareth gets the ball of course he is going to have players around him, they're not just going to let him get it. They recognise the quality he's got and make it difficult for him. But I thought he was a threat all night."