ANDREW PENMAN SAYS: Sadly, security is the word dominating the build-up to Wales v England

‘Historic’ is another word that would be equally apt as Gareth Bale and teammates and their magnificent fans rose to the occasion in Wales’ first major tournament match since 1958.

Worryingly and somewhat depressingly, the word that seems to be dominating the build-up to Wales’ second match at Euro 2016 is ‘security’.

The England game was always going to be a different experience – a bread and butter local derby amongst the continental feast of football.

But the dreadful events in Marseille at the weekend have added to the sense of apprehension as thoughts turn towards the game in Lens.

A minority of England and Russia supporters, if we can call them that, clashing on the streets – complete with tear gas and missiles – was bad enough.

But the sickening sight of Russians charging at the English – including families with young children – inside the stadium were even worse.

The mayor of Lens has appeared to be terrified of what the match will bring upon his town for months now.

But now the real concern seems to be focused on what will occur up the road in Lille.

That is where the nearest fan zone will be and where many English and Welsh fans are staying.

And with Russia playing Slovakia there on Wednesday the city has the potential to be a real tinderbox.

The Football Association of Wales are so concerned about the situation that the media received a briefing from FAW national security officer Wayne Nash after Chris Coleman’s press conference yesterday.

They are warning fans without tickets not to travel to Lens or Lille and suggest those that are heading north to stay in nearby towns such as Amiens and Arras.

We can only hope that the Welsh fans, who were such a credit to the nation at the weekend, heed the advice and stay well away from any potential trouble spots.

And the same goes for the vast majority of decent and law-abiding England fans.

It would be a real shame if the magical memories created in Bordeaux were soured by events off the pitch in the coming days and weeks.

So impressive was the Welsh support in Bordeaux that French newspaper L’Equipe gushed about the atmosphere before, during and after the match against Slovakia.

The nationwide sports daily wrote: “A hymn to give you goosebumps, never-ending singing and the impression all you can see is red: the show was also in the stands where Wales beat Slovakia in its first major tournament for 58 years.

"After such a long wait, the fans were thirsty for victory but not only that.

“The Welsh are many, noisy, sometimes a little rowdy but mostly peaceful. They must tolerate drink better than others.”

And the players all spoke of the lift they got from the incredible support from the stands.

“It was quite emotional for us and we had to pinch ourselves to stop the tears coming down,” said Arsenal ace Aaron Ramsey.

“It really was fantastic. They have been absolutely superb throughout the campaign, they have definitely helped us in certain games and they managed to do that again.”

Star man Gareth Bale highlighted the inspiration of hearing 24,000 supporters belting out Land of my Fathers during the match.

“There's no other fans like the Welsh,” he said. “No other country would think of doing things like that to lift the team.

“We were under the cosh a bit towards the end but our fans were the 12th man and pulled us through."

And match-winner Hal Robson-Kanu said: “As soon as we touched down in Bordeaux you could feel the presence of the fans outside the hotel.

“It felt like a home game warming up. That continued into the goals we scored, the celebrations. It was a special feeling and hopefully one that we can take forward."

Whatever happens during the 90 minutes against England, Saturday’s win means Wales look a good bet to extend their stay in France beyond the group stage.

Let’s ensure that, however long the party lasts for Wales, there are more moments and memories to match those from the opening weekend.