Giggs admits to nerves as well as pride

Ryan Giggs has expressed his pride ahead of managing Wales for the first time, and admits he will be far more nervous than he ever was as a Manchester United player.

Giggs’ reign starts in the China Cup today, when Wales play against the hosts in Nanning to get the four-team tournament under way.

“I’m proud to be the Welsh manager and to be coaching this group of players,” said Giggs, who was appointed in January, at a pre-match press conference.

“I’m excited for the game. I’ve been in the job now over two months and this is why I took the job, for the football.

“I’ll be much more nervous than I was as a player.”