Craig Bellamy believes Wales' experience of major tournaments will have a positive impact on their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Wales begin qualifying on Saturday against Kazakhstan in Cardiff before travelling to North Macedonia three days later.
The group will be completed by favourites Belgium and newcomers Liechtenstein, and Bellamy believes Wales can benefit from playing in three major tournaments in the last decade.
Wales took part in Euro 2016 and Euro 2020, as well as the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. It was Wales' first appearance in football's biggest tournament since 1958.
“It's huge,” said Bellamy, Wales' unbeaten manager after six Nations League B games in the autumn that saw the Dragons enter Europe's elite.
“The confidence of the players who have already been there, as well as the atmosphere in the stands, is an experience that makes a huge difference.
“Some players have a bigger role than others, but if we succeed, we can all enjoy the moment together.
“My goal this time is to achieve what other coaches have been able to achieve and then maybe keep it at a level that is sustainable.”
Kazakhstan, ranked 110th in the world and 81 places below Wales, ended a 12-match winless run with a 2-0 friendly win over Curacao on Wednesday.
Bellamy stresses patience will be key for Wales in the first meeting of the two sides at men's level as he aims to get off to a quick start in his bid to reach the finals of the Canadian, Mexican and American Championships.
He added: “You've seen what it takes to get to the big tournaments and you know it's not all smooth sailing. There are some tough moments along the way.
“I've never tried to lower expectations, but at the same time, we have to focus on our game. No matter what happens.”
Wales have failed to beat lower ranked teams in previous campaigns.
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