Wales moved one step closer to their first World Cup since 1958 as Gareth Bale stole the show in a 2-1 win over Austria in the play-off semi-final. Bale scored both of Wales’ goals – the first a quite majestic free-kick from 25 yards on 25 minutes that flew into the top corner before smashing home a clinical second on 51 minutes. Marcel Sabitzer gave the home fans a nervy last quarter to endure when striking home a deflected effort but Bale’s decisive double was enough to keep the World Cup dream alive. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Gareth Bale gave Wales the lead against Austria with a stunning free-kick Wales are attempting to qualify for a third major tournament in their last four attempts, however, they have not reached World Cup for 64 years, failing in their last 15 attempts to qualify. Player ratings Wales: Hennessey (7), Roberts (7), Ampadu (7), Rodon (8), B Davies (8), N Williams (8), Allan (8), Ramsey (8), Wilson (8), Bale (9),...