Actually your incorrect. He played against Wales for the Barbarians in Cardiff after this so would of heard the anthem as a player. Also he played on for another two years so everytime he watched a match he was still a player just not an international.
@@jayhughes162 I think you'll find that Kingk1w1 actually meant that it would be the last time he would hear the national anthem being sung WHILST WEARING the red shirt of Wales on the pitch of play......you pathetic pedantic muppet.
How can you dislike this video! I’m an Englishman and this has brought me to tears watching a player so proud to play for nation knowing it’s his last game.
I'm Irish, and seriously, from my heart, this is absolutely inspirational and truly emotional. No disrespect to any other country in the world, but the welsh anthem and Irish anthem are just chilling. And getting to the actual point of the video, what a player, what an inspiration and what an icon to the sport of rugby, massive respect from Ireland
What a great player. As a paddy I loved watching him, he was deadly. So many great welsh players....don’t know how they do it for a small nation, hats off to em. Love sharing a few pints in Cardiff win or lose, great boys a great crack.
I'm Italian and I say that Shane's attachment to his shirt is truly touching. Thank you Shane for the great example you have set us throughout your career❤👍🏻
I remember watching this live and sobbing like a baby..... And having come across this vid, I am doing the same again. Shane Williams you were a true great. Total respect from a proud Englishman to a proud Welshman.
I am English, and I am so honored to have stood at Twickenham to hear the welsh Anthem sung as any anthem should be sung, with absolute passion, belief and love. Land of my Fathers is just a powerful and truly inspiring anthem. God bless the Welsh.
SHANE WILLIAMS, A DISTINGUISHED MAN ! MADE IN WALES ! A very humbled man, a proper proud man, a loving Welsh man ! Hardly have I ever seen such a professional sportsman, being so honest ! x
He is a really nice guy. I remember they were launching the new Wales away kit in Cardiff and their was an obstacle course and I decided to have a go but I had just done a bit of shopping. He was hosting the event. I had a go on the obstacle course. He actually offered to look after my shopping whilst I did the course so I accepted his offer and he gave my shopping back to me when I finished the obstacle course.
@@68iansutton a WELSH South African here. I'm sorry but l have to disagree with you. NOTHING BUT NOTHING beats the Welsh National Anthem. The "old" South African anthem was really beautiful, musically speaking, and lyrically lovely too. But to anyone with a Welsh heart and soul ours is unbeatable. By the way one doesn't need to be able to speak Welsh to appreciate our Anthem. I can't as my family left UK in 1947. But every time I hear our Anthem, sung or just played, my heart is wrung with the longing to join in. I wish l could go back, but I'm almost 80 now, and there's never been a chance to di do.
Such a beautiful anthem. Trust the welsh to harmonise their anthem too. Sounds absolutely incredible live and hearing people sing their different parts around you! Stunning
i get teary eyed everytime i watch this. Truly a Welsh Legend who gave his all everytime he donned the Welsh jersey. Last time to sing the National Anthem in Welsh Colors. Showed how much he loved his country. Much love and respect from Fiji...
I now know what the old man meant when he said it's not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight in the dog. Sorry to see you go little man. A true giant. All the best from NZ.
as an englisman, he'll always be an inspiration, standing at 5 foot 8 myself, always thought i was too small for rugby, but seeing shane playing made me carry on as i realised that it's the every mans game, no matter how tall or short you are
It was quite clear that this meant a lot to Shane being his last match for his beloved Wales and on behalf of the whole of Wales Shane you are one of the greatest players we've ever had and thanks for all the wonderful times you gave us. RESPECT
And they said he was too small... What a player. One of my favourites.......An old Irish saying is so true in the life of Shane Williams It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog.
i cry every time i hear watch or sing our anthem - but everytime i watch this the bit where Ryan Jones (not Alun Wyn Jones as the poster stated) gives his head a reassuring rub tips me over the edge every bleeding time - from there its full on snot filled ugly cry from me - this is what the rugby family and brotherhood is all about
Wales has always been a great rival to my country Fiji 🇫🇯🇫🇯.. They've met 3 times already in The World Cup from 07 to 015 and now they're going to meet again in 2019 World Cup... Much respect to Wales & also big Respect to this Legend "Shane Williams"... Goodluck in the World Cup.. May the best team wins!!..🏴🇫🇯
Just had this pop up on my youtube feed, remember watching this, lump in the throat. As an Englishman living in Wales I know how much rugby means to the nation and this anthem along with the Scots & Irish really are inspiring as they are singing about the nation, not one person. I wish we English had our own anthem and not the bloody UK one.
English, but thw Welsh anthem sung in Wales is frankly awe inspiring, and Twinkle Toes Shane Williams is my favourite player in the 35 years I have been watching rugby.
Speaking as a Welshman, it's a very Inspiring video, while today (21st March, 2019) I've also read most of the 214 comments. No racism, no bigotry and no hatred, just some very kind words especially from Ireland but also words of kindness from many other countries including South Africa, England and my Cymru. If RUclips had more posts like this one, the world might be a happy place to live. Heddwch (Peace)!
Thank you at the Rugby for have discovered the land of our fathers very beautiful , perhaps the beautifulest national anthem in the world . Sorry for my english , i am french .
Legend seen him play many times great player, millennium atmosphere is amazing no matter who they are playing got to love the Welsh supporters, respect from true rugby fan 🏴🏴🏴
This makes me want to drive a few miles from my home county of Cheshire, England, over the border into Wales-- just to breathe in the air whilst listening to this.
That's how a grateful country says thank you to a faithful son. He loves Wales. He loved representing Wales. He always did so with class. Thank you Shane for your love for Wales and for all the wonderful memories of your exploits on the pitch.
Gawd, how I still get emotional when I hear this particular rendition of one of the best anthems in the world along with the farewell game from one of THE very best players in the world. It both lifts me and levels me at the same time. (I'm trying to be gracious here - THE best anthem)
I have no clue about rugby, but the song is beautiful and sung with so much pride. So amazing to see the pride and emotions from the player playing his last game. Wish we would see gready fotballers do like that.
The last time he would be hearing his people sing their national anthem as a player. Brought me to tears and im from NZ.
Actually your incorrect. He played against Wales for the Barbarians in Cardiff after this so would of heard the anthem as a player. Also he played on for another two years so everytime he watched a match he was still a player just not an international.
@@jayhughes162 there always one bellend who has to be right
@@jayhughes162 I think you'll find that Kingk1w1 actually meant that it would be the last time he would hear the national anthem being sung WHILST WEARING the red shirt of Wales on the pitch of play......you pathetic pedantic muppet.
How can you dislike this video! I’m an Englishman and this has brought me to tears watching a player so proud to play for nation knowing it’s his last game.
👍🏴😊
Shane in between 2 massive guys and the feeling everyone is singing for him as well as for country is a monumental image of what rugby stands for
Shane isn't even "small" he's average height.
That two minutes before a rugby match where every Englishman wishes he were Welsh. Absolute belter of an anthem.
yup they are our cousins after all
As a proud Scot who has stood at Murrayfield many times...there is something about the Welsh giving it some.
Being an Englishman I can only agree that it’s true about the anthem! Singing a German song doesn’t sit well!
Cwych
Nah mate.we want to win
I'm not even Welsh and I felt proud of that anthem ! That's how it should be done loud and proud !!
The two big locks in support for a big man! Wales your anthem is seriously beautiful. Respect Shane, Springbok supporter.
Mate as former lock I can inform you it's a key part of the job
I'm Irish, and seriously, from my heart, this is absolutely inspirational and truly emotional. No disrespect to any other country in the world, but the welsh anthem and Irish anthem are just chilling. And getting to the actual point of the video, what a player, what an inspiration and what an icon to the sport of rugby, massive respect from Ireland
The Italy one is quite cool (I'm Welsh)
yeah italy and french ones are up there too
I'm from Wales 😃😄
I presume you mean Amhrán na bFhian.
Dave ur so right im welsh proud x
What a great player. As a paddy I loved watching him, he was deadly. So many great welsh players....don’t know how they do it for a small nation, hats off to em. Love sharing a few pints in Cardiff win or lose, great boys a great crack.
Welcome any time my friend, i love it over in Dublin. See you in France 2023 😎
Love this from a passionate Scotsman 🏴🏴❤️
My best national anthem 🏴
Much love n respect from 🇫🇯FIJI🇫🇯
As an English man, who plays Rugby. I love Shane Williams, one of the best players ever.
Small man with a big heart and huge ba**s. Hats off, sir.
Shane Williams one of the greatest have ever played the game of rugby...legend...vinaka Williams god bless,from fiji🤝✌
I'm Italian and I say that Shane's attachment to his shirt is truly touching. Thank you Shane for the great example you have set us throughout your career❤👍🏻
The little maestro. Loved around the world. Aroha Nui from Aotearoa New Zealand.
I remember watching this live and sobbing like a baby..... And having come across this vid, I am doing the same again. Shane Williams you were a true great. Total respect from a proud Englishman to a proud Welshman.
I am English, and I am so honored to have stood at Twickenham to hear the welsh Anthem sung as any anthem should be sung, with absolute passion, belief and love. Land of my Fathers is just a powerful and truly inspiring anthem. God bless the Welsh.
Shane...your a Legend. Admired from N.Z 👍🇳🇿👍
The best anthem ever. bucket list aim to get there one day to hear it live
You will be welcome!
God Bless you Shane and all the fine countrymen and women with it, I'm English with fine Welsh heritage in my mums grandparents ❤️
Man, I just love this anthem. Best piece of songwriting ever.
Shane Williams; absolute legend. My favourite player ever.
SHANE WILLIAMS,
A DISTINGUISHED MAN ! MADE IN WALES !
A very humbled man, a proper proud man, a loving Welsh man !
Hardly have I ever seen such a professional sportsman, being so honest ! x
I was there with my Dad...the anthem is emotional enough on its own without watching Shane cry through it 💔
It takes a TRUE MAN to be unashamed to show emotions!
He is a really nice guy. I remember they were launching the new Wales away kit in Cardiff and their was an obstacle course and I decided to have a go but I had just done a bit of shopping. He was hosting the event. I had a go on the obstacle course. He actually offered to look after my shopping whilst I did the course so I accepted his offer and he gave my shopping back to me when I finished the obstacle course.
I'm American and I absolutely love Wales' National Anthem. This truly is a video filled with a warm embrace.
you should also listen to the national anthem of Britanny (western France) which has same music.
Try spending 12 months in Wales, including going to a rugby match at the millennium Stadium. It’s only then the full experience is really fulfilled 🙏
Wait you know we’re real?
gotta be the best anthem in world, respect from England
Same here mate. I’m English but this anthem always gives me chills
english here too- hands down best anthem along with south africa
James Crisp English here too but for me, South Africa just edges it. Followed by the welsh anthem.
@@68iansutton a WELSH South African here. I'm sorry but l have to disagree with you. NOTHING BUT NOTHING beats the Welsh National Anthem. The "old" South African anthem was really beautiful, musically speaking, and lyrically lovely too. But to anyone with a Welsh heart and soul ours is unbeatable.
By the way one doesn't need to be able to speak Welsh to appreciate our Anthem. I can't as my family left UK in 1947. But every time I hear our Anthem, sung or just played, my heart is wrung with the longing to join in. I wish l could go back, but I'm almost 80 now, and there's never been a chance to di do.
@@jterry742 what anthem is this?
Aussie anthem is the best
Such a beautiful anthem. Trust the welsh to harmonise their anthem too. Sounds absolutely incredible live and hearing people sing their different parts around you! Stunning
How much we miss you little fella.🤝🤝👍👍
Fantastic memory, "I was there". Just brilliant.
Cheers from Scotland ..now that's what I call an anthem .
i get teary eyed everytime i watch this. Truly a Welsh Legend who gave his all everytime he donned the Welsh jersey. Last time to sing the National Anthem in Welsh Colors. Showed how much he loved his country. Much love and respect from Fiji...
The most emotional anthem in the world. Love from Brazil.
One of the greatest attacking players
To of ever played the game of rugby
Love and kindest of regards from Ireland 🍀
I now know what the old man meant when he said it's not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight in the dog. Sorry to see you go little man. A true giant. All the best from NZ.
berry107 he's only 38
Beautiful words, thank you from Wales.
WelshRhys15
The old man he is talking about is his dad ffs lol
as an englisman, he'll always be an inspiration, standing at 5 foot 8 myself, always thought i was too small for rugby, but seeing shane playing made me carry on as i realised that it's the every mans game, no matter how tall or short you are
It was quite clear that this meant a lot to Shane being his last match for his beloved Wales and on behalf of the whole of Wales Shane you are one of the greatest players we've ever had and thanks for all the wonderful times you gave us. RESPECT
Always had great players Wales Gareth Edwards,
J.P.R Williams, Phil Bennett the list goes on.
One of the greatest players the world has ever had
im manx and the welsh national anthem is so powerful it can give you goosebumps , what a fantastic player shane was
Truly amazing player, you cant buy loyalty, dedication and raw emotion like this. Hats off to the man.
And they said he was too small...
What a player. One of my favourites.......An old Irish saying is so true in the life of Shane Williams
It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog.
i cry every time i hear watch or sing our anthem - but everytime i watch this the bit where Ryan Jones (not Alun Wyn Jones as the poster stated) gives his head a reassuring rub tips me over the edge every bleeding time - from there its full on snot filled ugly cry from me - this is what the rugby family and brotherhood is all about
Respect, from France. Very emotional.
Best national anthem ❤️
Wales has always been a great rival to my country Fiji 🇫🇯🇫🇯.. They've met 3 times already in The World Cup from 07 to 015 and now they're going to meet again in 2019 World Cup... Much respect to Wales & also big Respect to this Legend "Shane Williams"... Goodluck in the World Cup.. May the best team wins!!..🏴🇫🇯
As a welshman much respect to Fiji too I'm allways nerverse when we play you guys your a proud nation of proud people god bless fiji
We will meet again in France too.
Just had this pop up on my youtube feed, remember watching this, lump in the throat. As an Englishman living in Wales I know how much rugby means to the nation and this anthem along with the Scots & Irish really are inspiring as they are singing about the nation, not one person. I wish we English had our own anthem and not the bloody UK one.
Love Shane Williams, class class player and person, wish every sports player had his heart and commitment. Amazing player 👏
English, but thw Welsh anthem sung in Wales is frankly awe inspiring, and Twinkle Toes Shane Williams is my favourite player in the 35 years I have been watching rugby.
Proud to be Welsh and this is why. Passion but also the gentle taps from players
OMG! My heart is breaking seeing him crying!
Jesus Christ, if this doesn't stir something in your heart, you're not human.
Brought tears to my eyes
What a legend of the game love from Ireland 💪💪
thank god you retired and stopped humiliating us. best of luck Shane from a glad Irish man.
Haha brilliant comment. I wish I could like it more than once :)
dont give fuck wat any1 says this guy shane is best in the world
Truly magnificent. It really doesn’t get any better. Such pride....I wish we had the same in England.
Wow!! Wales! you have a beautful National anthem. from Saffa!!!
What he lacked in stature made up for it with his sheer determination and talent.
Speaking as a Welshman, it's a very Inspiring video, while today (21st March, 2019) I've also read most of the 214 comments. No racism, no bigotry and no hatred, just some very kind words especially from Ireland but also words of kindness from many other countries including South Africa, England and my Cymru. If RUclips had more posts like this one, the world might be a happy place to live. Heddwch (Peace)!
And a very happy St David's Day to you sir, from Cardiff 🏴🏴🏴💙🏴✌🏻
@@rocky3268 Thanks bud, very kind of you. Happy St. David's Day to you as well. Cymru am byth.
great player. one of the best to step on the test field in my opinion. one of my favorite players from the northern nations
The greatest show of love for there country by the proud Welsh.
Simply brilliant
Shane Williams, I salute you. From NZ.
as an Irish man wat a heart this wee man was legend
Shane we miss you !!! From France, with Love, Michel
I really love Anthem nothing but respect on all levels
From an Englishman so jealous of such a passionate National Anthem to our dreary attempt
Amazing anthem. It's beautiful
Twinkletoes. Shane the main. I remember when he tackled the great, late Jonah. Totally holding my breath
.... Heroes, both. 😘😘👐👐❤️❤️
Wonderful. SIMPLY WONDERFUL!
This put me in tears 😢
I'm in floods of tears... from an Irishman
Thank you at the Rugby for have discovered the land of our fathers very beautiful , perhaps the beautifulest national anthem in the world . Sorry for my english , i am french .
The most emotional anthem in the world...and I'm an Englishman.
Legend seen him play many times great player, millennium atmosphere is amazing no matter who they are playing got to love the Welsh supporters, respect from true rugby fan 🏴🏴🏴
Thanks David, and a very happy St David's Day to you mate, from Cardiff 💯🏴🏴🏴💙🏴🏴🏴✌🏻
What a player absolute legend of the game.
I’m English and I cried when I saw this. Heartbreaking to see the pain as he plays his last game for the country he loves
Great player
Although I'm English given my mother's maiden name is Lewis you can probably sense my divided loyalties...
This makes me want to drive a few miles from my home county of Cheshire, England, over the border into Wales-- just to breathe in the air whilst listening to this.
I am Irish but the Welsh national anthem always makes my hair stand on end. wonderful song.
One of the greater players and anthems. Legend Shane Williams from Ireland . Hard luck yesterday it was a great game
That's how a grateful country says thank you to a faithful son. He loves Wales. He loved representing Wales. He always did so with class. Thank you Shane for your love for Wales and for all the wonderful memories of your exploits on the pitch.
the little man with the biggest heart x
These welsh people are so bloody passionate.
THE LAND OF OUR FATHERS PASSION FROM WITHIN SO MUCH RESPECT FOR THESE PEOPLE.
The upmost respect from a Scotsman in 2019. That is fuckin passion x
Absolute legend. Loved watching him. Always gave 💯 and you can see how much it meant to him. THAT is what playing for your country is all about.
"Too small to play rugby"
Bollocks.
Too samll but he was great player
One of the greats and I'm an Aussie.
Too fast to play more like hehe
Excellent player
Bull shit
your 1 minute of fame over with your stupid comment....TW*T
Gawd, how I still get emotional when I hear this particular rendition of one of the best anthems in the world along with the farewell game from one of THE very best players in the world. It both lifts me and levels me at the same time. (I'm trying to be gracious here - THE best anthem)
Beautiful Anthem.
RESPECT from a soccerfan
Patriotism and passion right here....amongst the best.
One word: Beautiful
What an anthem, what a legend.
2020,, still a legend
The best anthem, from Spain.
from England that brought me to tears!
+Dazzalac From France that brought me tears :'( :'D
+Tom Pham Van Suu from America....yes we have hearts lol ...... Brought me to tears.
I have no clue about rugby, but the song is beautiful and sung with so much pride. So amazing to see the pride and emotions from the player playing his last game. Wish we would see gready fotballers do like that.
let your heads hang down we support ya little lad wherever you are! A World in Union!
God's own country even in heaven they know this anthem
A legend forever
Shane Williams and Brian O'Driscoll the GOATS of Rugby Northern
Trop beau, trop émouvant, l émotion que doit ressentir le joueur à ce moment là 👏👏👏🏴🏴🏴
what a superb player from a great country and a superb rugby nation.irish dave
Every day when i wake up, I thank the Lord i,m WELSH