STEVE Hansen has given his Welsh side one last rallying call ahead of their opening Six Nations game, insisting that his team are on the crest of a wave.

Wales take on Scotland in their Six Nations curtain-raiser at the Millennium Stadium today (4pm), and Hansen, who leaves after the tournament, feels that his side are better prepared than ever before.

"The mood in the camp is good. We have trained well and are very confident going into this game," revealed Hansen.

"We have no injury problems and are better prepared for both this game and the campaign then we have been before.

"Physically we are in the best shape and the players all believe in their ability to perform and know what they have to do.

"There's no point going into a game with no confidence and after the World Cup we are on the crest of a wave."

But Hansen also had a stark warning for his side not to underestimate their fellow Celts.

"Scotland are a major threat and the players all know that," he said.

"Traditionally Scotland are strong up front and their pack will be a threat.

"That will be a key to the game and we've worked hard on that in training.

"But training and playing are two different things entirely and the test will come this afternoon.

"It doesn't mean though that this is going to be a forward orientated game because we want to play attractive rugby and exploit the space on the pitch."

With that in mind Hansen wanted the Millennium Stadium roof closed today so that his side can play on a decent playing surface.

"I want the roof shut and hopefully we can come to some type of agreement," said the New Zealander.

"There's no point having a stadium with a roof that can close if you don't use it."