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Wales vs. Belgium to go ahead at scheduled time despite delays

UEFA has no intention of delaying Wales' Euro 2016 quarterfinal against Belgium, despite issues on the Eurotunnel affecting a number of supporters' journey to Lille.

Friday evening will see the Welsh national team's biggest match since the 1958 World Cup quarterfinal against Pele's Brazil.

Numerous supporters heading to the Stade Pierre-Mauroy fear they will miss the match due to delays on the Eurotunnel, which has warned travellers they should "expect delays throughout the day."

UEFA still plans for the match to kick off at 8 p.m. BST but European football's governing body is monitoring the situation.

"UEFA is aware of the current delays in the Eurotunnel and has gathered further information from the Welsh FA, local authorities and the tunnel operator,'' a statement read.

"It appears that the vast majority of fans with tickets will arrive on time at the stadium in Lille.

"The match is therefore scheduled to go ahead as planned with a kick-off time of 21.00 CET.

"UEFA will continue to closely monitor any developments around this situation.''

Wales manager Chris Coleman had a message for supporters who are having issues at the Eurotunnel.

The winner of the clash will go on to face Portugal in semifinal in Lyon on Wednesday night.