Giggs to captain Team GB

The Manchester United midfielder’s domestic record is unrivalled in modern times, but he has never appeared at a major international tournament with Wales, a point that still rankles.

“Being captain ranks very high in my career,” he said. “You are being involved in the Olympics and as a 38 year-old you don’t expect to be involved in a tournament like this on home turf.

“It has always been a disappointment never getting to a major tournament with Wales and that will always remain. It has always been a massive disappointment in my career.

“I have not played in tournament football and I am getting a chance and I am thankful for that and really looking forward to it.”


He said he hoped to bring his “winning mentality” to the side, who face their first match against Senegal on July 26, before the official opening ceremony.

Coach Stuart Pearce said a number of players were capable of the role, but Giggs was the "standout captain" and the decision was the "easiest" in his managerial career.