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Ledley in line to feature in Wales Euro 2016 opener

Wales midfielder Joe Ledley will be in contention for their Euro 2016 Group B opener against Slovakia, manager Chris Coleman has confirmed.

The news represents a remarkable recovery from Ledley, who fractured a fibula in Crystal Palace's Premier League meeting with Stoke City on May 7.

It seemed certain that Ledley would miss Wales' first appearance at a major tournament for 58 years, but the 29-year-old was included in Coleman's 23-man squad and appears to be on the verge of full fitness.

"If the situation stays the same, the three will be available this weekend," Coleman told a media conference.

"All three players came through sessions yesterday, fully integrated with the squad, so it's positive news.

"All three players are good, lacking game-time but physically they look very good."