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Entry for this Sunday's match at Cardiff City Stadium will cost £5 for adults and £1 for U16s.
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Visiting hospitality on Sunday is Wales Women manager Rhian Wilkinson
with a Q+A being conducted for our guests giving an insight into her role and this season's Adran Premier season
Also speaking in hospitality is City captain Hannah Power
who has expressed her pride at the team's achievements in the matchday programme
The gates at CCS will open at 4pm – one hour before kick-off against Briton Ferry Llansawel
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This edition looks back at our remarkable title-winning season
and contains a feature interview with Ffion Price
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three members of our City squad will be available to meet
Lisa Owen and Madison Lloyd will be waiting to meet you Bluebirds and thank you for your support this campaign
Supporters are encouraged to head to the concourses early before kick-off to enjoy some pre-match entertainment.
inflatables and football games available to play
there will also be live music from Billy Gregory
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but what Briton Ferry have done is nothing short of sensational
For so long Ferry have always felt like the bridesmaids rather than the bride
Finishing second behind Abergavenny in 2022
losing to Wrexham in the playoff final a year later
all after having been demoted from the Welsh Premier during the Adran rebrand
It did feel like the odds were stacked against them
After winning the Adran South for a second consecutive season
Ferry faced Llandudno in the playoff final
completed their journey back to the top tier
When embarking on your first campaign back in the topflight
staying up is more often than not the number one target
Incredible performance after incredible performance meant the Reds finished second
The man at the helm for most of this run has been Rhys James
and he reflected on how special this journey has been
the objective was to win the Adran South and get promoted
and that was something we set out to do really early on to do
“That was my job when I came in as manager was to get this club back into the Adran Premier
That expectation was always set on the group
the expectation was obviously a little different
and that was to just try and remain in the league
and these players have gone above and beyond every single week
“It’s not just one-off magical results like beating Wrexham at the Racecourse
they haven’t been smash and grab performances
it’s not just one-off games that have defined their season
it’s been impressive result after impressive result
Beating both Cardiff City and Swansea City at Old Road and drawing with both away from home
Beating Hollywood Wrexham at the Racecourse
and a memorable victory against TNS at Park Hall
Ferry have forced people to stand up and take notice of them over this past year
she’s known for a while just how much talent this squad had
“We’ve known for the last few years that we’re good enough to be in the Adran Premier
and it’s just about showing to people what we can do
and there’s a real desire about how we do things
This year everything has fallen into place
We could delve into the tactical minutiae of the Adran Premier runners-up or focus on the contributions of some of the league’s brightest talents
one thing sticks out above everything else
While every team will hark on about how together they are and how close-knit they are on and off the pitch
For players like Powell who have been at the club for a while
it’s something that just comes so naturally
The evolution of Cardiff City, as Bluebirds win third straight Adran Premier title
we don’t have the perks that a lot of other clubs around us have
You can’t describe how it feels to be a part of this club
“We have little arguments on the pitch sure
but it’s because everyone wants it so much and everyone wants to do the best for the club
Anyone in this team has the ability to go elsewhere if they wanted to
and that rubs off on everyone in the community
from players to staff to those behind the scenes.”
it’s not just a togetherness in the women’s team
It flows from the men’s setup to the women’s setup
To play for Briton Ferry means something very different compared to playing for anyone else in this league
and that’s probably the best phone call he’s ever made
“From the men’s side to the academy to the community
everyone is so respectful in terms of what they want
You do see clubs that neglect the women’s side
Andy Dyer finished a game before our final game and mentioned us straight away
“You can see that respect and they understand the importance of having other arms of the club
And while there is so much to celebrate about this season
there is a tinge of sadness to this Ferry story
because some key protagonists have taken their final bow on their stage
James has now managed his final game for the side that means so much to him
It’s difficult to think of a Briton Ferry team without him on the side lines
but he says it’s time to focus on other matters that are closer to home
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“My reasons for leaving are nothing to do with the club
The club have been excellent with me from the minute I walked through the door
It’s just for personal reasons my departure in regard to my health
so I’m taking some time out to look after myself a little better
“It’s quite a stressful job as you can imagine in this division
especially battling against strong teams like Cardiff City and Wrexham
so I’m just taking time to look after myself.”
Alison Witts and Lexi Clayton have called time on their careers
Both have played a huge part in Ferry’s rise on the pitch
their losses will be felt a lot more inside the dressing room
“The changing room is massive for us and they’re both big personalities
We haven’t seen much of Lexi on the pitch this season
but she’s been a massive part as to why we’re here in the first place from our rise in tier two to winning promotion
“Alison has been getting the goals for us this season and the last one
what we’ve noticed the most is the off the pitch stuff
and obviously on the pitch they’re a loss as well
Next season will feel very different for this team
Every club wants to finish higher than the previous season
that would be winning the title and booking a spot in club football’s greatest competition
While a task that monumental can be a bit daunting for some
We’ve done things this year that nobody expected us to do
A couple of results go the other way this season and maybe we could have been a lot closer this year
The goal is to always do as best as you can
so we have to turn up and try again next season.”
attention on next season can be laid to rest
but there is a feeling around this team; why not them
What Briton Ferry have shown this season is how far a clear club ethos
They have been a breath of fresh air in an Adran Premier that was beginning to feel very monotonous
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THOMAS Jac Louis replaces GEORGE Michael Brian
BEYNON Joseph Dean replaces LEWIS Aiden Leigh
JENKINS Kian John replaces WILLIAMS Keiran Jordan
HOLLAND Joe Llewelyn replaces FULLER William
SAGE Ellis Morgan replaces HURFORD Corey Jack
DAVIES Ruben James replaces BOWEN Luke Anthony
SAGE Ellis Morgan replaces BOWEN Luke Anthony
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a solo run from Fiona Barry and a last-minute winner courtesy of Ffion Price secured victory on the last day of the league season
The visitors had some chances early in the game
but it was the Bluebirds who took the lead in the 23rd minute
Lily Billingham made space with some outstanding footwork to lay it back to Walklett on the edge of the box who fired it into the bottom left corner
Briton Ferry quickly responded through Megan Kearle
whose long-range volley hit the back of the net to bring the score level
The Bluebirds continued to push forwards looking for another goal and in the 40th minute
Price’s long ball was controlled excellently by Barry who drove into the opposition box and drilled it home to regain City’s lead
the Bluebirds almost extended their advantage
but Billingham’s long-range effort was superbly tipped onto the crossbar and kept out by Ferry’s keeper
Molly Kehoe’s right footed effort was denied through another excellent save
Briton Ferry equalised midway through the second half when an out swinging corner was met by Tija Richardson
City continued to believe and found the lead again through Price in the 88th minute
which was enough to secure all three points for the Bluebirds at Cardiff City Stadium
FINAL SCORE: CARDIFF CITY 3-2 BRITON FERRY LLANSAWEL
S4C have selected the JD Cymru Premier fixture between Briton Ferry Llansawel and Newtown for live broadcast on Tuesday 11 March (KO 19:45).
The game at The Renewable Centre Stadium, which could be decisive in the relegation battle, will be available to watch on Sgorio’s online platforms and your smart TV.
Top-flight ever-presents Newtown are currently in the JD Cymru Premier relegation zone
but only one point behind Briton Ferry who have held their own in their first season in the division.
Both sides won one encounter each against the other in Phase One, before playing out a 2-2 draw at Latham Park on the opening night of Phase Two.
The other JD Cymru Premier matches that are taking place on Tuesday 11 March is the Championship Conference fixture between The New Saints and Caernarfon Town as well as the Play-Off Conference games which are Barry Town against Aberystwyth Town and Connah’s Quay versus Flint Town United
Highlights of those matches will be available on Sgorio’s social media channels
Join in the fun and win prizes with the official JD Cymru Premier Score Predictor
Prediction windows open at 10am the day after the last fixture of each round and close one hour before the first kick-off
Briton Ferry and Newtown last met at Latham Park with two goals apiece for both sides in what was each sides first game of the 2024/25 Play-Off Conference.
The Robins raced in to a two-goal lead through Aaron Williams and Jason Oswell in the first 23 minutes but Corey Hurford pulled a goal back in the first minute of stoppage time
Experienced striker Luke Bowen equalised in the 69th minute with the spoils shared
Newtown came out on top in the first clash between the two sides with Aaron Williams scoring the only goal of the game in a 1-0 win in September
Ferry got their revenge in December at Old Road with Andy Dyer’s men coming from behind to win
Williams scored again against Ferry but Corey Hurford equalised and Jasper Payne scored a late winner after Ryan Pryce had been sent off.
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It’s been an Adran Premier season full of twists and turns
but it ended with Cardiff City winning the title for a third straight season
plenty of other clubs have made tremendous strides
here is our Adran Premier Team of the Season
Goalkeeper – Molly Arnesen (Barry Town United)
There have been so many good goalkeepers in the league this season
it feels like Arnesen pulls of a wonder save every week for the Linnets
she shares the Golden Glove with a number of other keepers
but her pure shot stopping ability gives her the nod in this team
Honourable Mention – Ceryn Chamberlain (Cardiff City)
She may never get the credit she deserves because of how much City win
they would not be winning title after title
Centre-Back – Shannon Evans (Cardiff City)
it’s still a little mad to think Evans played as a striker for so long
The way she covers ground and the way she can make last-ditch tackles is simply effortless
Evans has to be considered for signing of the season
should really be nominated for Player of the Season
Honourable Mention – Rebecca Mathias (Aberystwyth Town)
It’s not been an easy season for those at Aberystwyth
but Mathias perfectly encapsulates the never say die attitude at the club
She has been so consistent and helped drag her team away from safety in the second part of the campaign
Centre-Back – Brooke Llewellyn (Briton Ferry)
Her recovery runs and the ability to catch up with most attackers in this league is very unique
A superb debut Adran Premier season for Llewellyn
Honourable Mention – Lowri Ridings (Briton Ferry)
I have to give Ridings so much credit for Ferry’s performances too
When it comes to natural born leaders in this league
Her communication qualities are second to none
and Ferry are very lucky to have her as their leader
Webb has enjoyed a very good first season in North Wales with TNS
She will be key to how TNS progress next season
Honourable Mention – Grace Corne (Barry Town United)
Corne has certainly added something different to this Barry defence
Her professionalism shines through in how she plays and leads
especially with a young defender like Angharad Beman by her side
Right Wing-Back – Maria Francis-Jones (The New Saints)
Eyebrows were most certainly raised when Francis-Jones left Manchester City to join TNS
you can see that she operates at a completely different level to so many others in this league
and her delivery from set-pieces and crosses are dangerous every single time
Honourable Mention – Lisa Owen (Cardiff City)
The wing-back has had to wait her turn to have a run in the starting eleven
but she’s grabbed that opportunity with both hands
and she sets the standard in this Bluebirds team
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Left Wing-Back – Ffion Price (Cardiff City)
It feels like Price has accomplished everything already in this league
but to win the Golden Boot from a left wing-back spot is simply sensational
We know how dangerous she is from dead ball situations
but she is also able to run directly at her opponents
and I can’t think of any player in this league who would relish a battle against her
Honourable Mention – Emily Freeman (Barry Town United)
Freeman is maybe a player who doesn’t get the credit she deserves
Freeman plays with no fear and is always eager to offer encouragement to teammates at any opportunity
Centre-Midfield – Tija Richardson (Briton Ferry)
I mentioned that Shannon Evans should be considered for signing of the season
and Richardson should be right up there with her
What she’s given this Ferry side is experience and calmness in the middle of the park
she is more than capable of finding the right pass or shoot at the appropriate time
Honourable Mention – Kerry Walklett (Cardiff City)
If there was an award for Most Improved player
The growth that she has shown throughout the season has been heartening to watch in a way
and her captaining the Bluebirds towards the end of the season proves just that
Centre-Midfield – Lia Lewis (The New Saints)
box-to-box midfielders in the Adran Premier this season
but more than happy to come back and offer her defence some help when required
Lewis has been the constant that they have needed to improve week upon week
It’s been yet another solid campaign for Jones in the heart of the Wrexham midfield
Jones always wants to move the ball around quickly
and also has the ability to score some wonder goals
In the build-up to the Bute Energy Welsh Cup final
Iddenden explained how she lost her love of football at her old club
but you can see how much she’s enjoyed this first season at Wrexham
Nine goals and nine assists in the league this season proves that Iddenden can hurt the opposition in a number of different ways
making her one of the league’s trickiest customers
Honourable Mention – Ava Suckley (Wrexham)
Iddenden’s attacking partner has to get a mention
Eleven goals is a great return for Suckley
who only managed to find the back of the net twice last season
Her performances have also taken the pressure off the likes of Rosie Hughes
which has really benefitted Steve Dale’s team
Centre Forward – Chantelle Teare (The New Saints)
At one stage it felt like Teare was scoring every week for TNS
it feels like she’s cracked the Adran Premier code and has torn defences apart at times
and her place in this Team of the Season is richly deserved
Honourable Mention – Lexi Jones (The New Saints)
Jones has enjoyed a terrific season at Park Hall
She has so many traits that defenders hate in this league
and can just turn defenders inside and out in a blink of an eye
Another young player who has shined this season has been Barry
It took her a little bit of time to adjust to the Adran Premier
She plays with a swagger and a confidence that is unmatched by many
and she has scored so many important goals in City’s charge to the championship
Honourable Mention – Aimee Deacon (Swansea City)
Many at Swansea will want to put this season behind them quickly
but Deacon can take a lot of heart from her displays
Especially when Stacey John-Davis and Katy Hosford were injured
Deacon stepped up to the mantle and played like a player beyond her years
(Featured Image: John Smith/FAW)
The Bluebirds have already secured the league title for a third consecutive season and will lift the trophy at full-time
head coach Iain Darbyshire said: "We're really looking forward to this weekend's match against Briton Ferry Llansawel
It's been a long season and this is a chance to celebrate our successes in front of our fantastic support
The players are all up for it and we're ready to go
"It's important to focus on our performance and that we don't just see this as a celebration
we see it as an opportunity to impress and for the players
it's a chance to stake their claim to start in the Bute Energy Welsh Cup Final against Wrexham
because we want to perform in front of our fanbase
It makes a world of difference to the squad and everyone is excited to have the support that follow us
They have helped us to get over the line in tight battles that we've had throughout this year and we're just so thankful for that support."
who has impressed for City since returning from a long-term injury
added: "The squad are so excited to be back at Cardiff City Stadium and everyone is really looking forward to it
everyone is working hard and spirits are really high
they've been a strong and difficult team to play against
it's important to stay focused on the game and to produce a good performance in front of our fans
"The support this season has really pushed us to perform at our best and win the league trophy again this campaign
Their support will be needed again on Sunday during the game and we will celebrate with them at full-time
because they have played a big part for us."
who will be featuring at CCS for the second time in her career on Sunday
said: “Everyone is buzzing to be back playing at Cardiff City Stadium and lifting the trophy as well
Briton Ferry have been a really strong team this season and every game we have played against them has been difficult
so we know what we have to do and it’s about putting our plan into action
“The support from the fans has been unreal this season and they’ve contributed to what we’ve done
Hopefully we can put on a show for them to make our appreciation clear.”
Briton Ferry Llansawel have shown their ability to compete at the top of the table
Rhys James’ side began the campaign by showing their credentials
scoring an impressive 12 goals in the first three games and picking up nine points from games against Aberystwyth Town
Further wins in December over Swansea City and the Bluebirds highlighted that they were in the title race
The key moment in the competition for top spot came in our last meeting with Ferry
as a 2-0 win for City at Old Road proved vital
A corner from Ffion Price found its way into the net
before Mackenzie Olden fired home a second.
A highlight in the club’s season was their performance at the STōK Cae Ras a fortnight ago
when they claimed a 3-1 win over Wrexham in front of a Mother’s Day crowd of more than 2,100 supporters
Those three points secured the side’s place in second
Briton Ferry Llansawel have plenty of experience in their squad and are well led by their captain Lowri Ridings
whilst also having the quality of the likes of Laura-may Walkley
Alison Witts and former Bluebird Tija Richardson to call upon.
it has been Megan Kearle that has impressed however
having notably netted a brace in a 2-2 draw at home to Wrexham last month
After a campaign of huge progress for the side
they arrive to CCS today providing a stern test
By Car: Access to Cardiff City Stadium from the M4 is easy
Leave the M4 at junction 33 and take the A4232 towards Cardiff/Barry
Home supporters should take the first exit onto Leckwith Road (B4267) before turning right onto Ffordd Fred Keenor at the second set of traffic lights
Away supporters should take the second exit onto Hadfield Road and then the third left in to Bessemer Road
Travel to the end of Bessemer Road and turn left at the traffic lights onto Sloper Road
Travel along Sloper Road and turn left up Clos Parc Morgannwg towards the away supporters dedicated car park
Electronic vehicle management signage and brown football signage to help guide you to Cardiff City Stadium will be in place from the M4
it may take you through the City Centre which will add at least 30 minutes to your journey
A dedicated drop off point is located at the Fred Keenor Statue at the main roundabout
By Train: The nearest train stations are Ninian Park and Grangetown which are both serviced by Cardiff Central
Ninian Park station is located off Leckwith Road
Trains depart half-hourly in both directions Mon – Sat
Please note trains do not run on Sundays to this station
Access to this station is via steep ramps from the pavements
Grangetown station is located off Penarth Road
Trains depart more frequently than from Ninian Park and services reach Cardiff Central in 5 minutes
Services are reduced on Sundays with two trains per hour to Cardiff Central
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The fixture will take place at the Old Road Welfare Ground on December 29th
Tickets for Sunday's fixture can be purchased on arrival at the Old Road Welfare Ground
The Bluebirds head into the fixture currently sitting second in the Adran Premier table
one point behind leaders The New Saints having played a game fewer
City's last league fixture was an impressive 4-1 victory over Wrexham
Mikayla Cook and Lily Billingham all got on the scoresheet
Sunday's opponents are fourth in the table and claimed a 2-0 win over Swansea City last time out
with Eliza Collie netting two goals late on
Supporters planning on attending Sunday's fixture should use the following address:
exit the M4 at Junction 41 and follow the A48 thru Baglan
at the roundabout at the end of the old Briton Ferry bridge
take the 3rd exit on to the A474 towards Neath
exit the M4 at Junction 42 and cross the old Briton Ferry bridge
at the end take the left-hand filter following the Briton Ferry Llansawel A474 sign towards Neath
follow the Neath Rd (A474) to the first set of traffic lights (just after The Crown Inn) and enter the filter lane to turn right (a chapel will be on your right)
the road goes a sharp left and becomes Old Road
it then bends to the right (at the Scout hut) with the entrance to the Old Road ground being the 2nd turning on the right
From the north either follow the A465 "heads of the valleys" road to the M4 and then follow the directions from the west or..
Take the Neath exit off the A465 "heads of the valley"
take the 2nd exit on to the A474 towards Port Talbot
at the next roundabout take the 3rd exit (after the red church) towards Briton Ferry staying on the A474
1.3 miles) until you come to Cwrt Sart Comprehensive School & Bethesda chapel (both on your left)
take the next left turning (after the zebra crossing) on to Heol Tyla Road
the grounds entrance will be opposite you at the end of this road
Flint Town United secured their JD Cymru Premier status for another season with a 2-1 win away at Aberystwyth Town on Friday night.
Aberystwyth’s relegation was confirmed last weekend and it looked like a pressure had been lifted off the Seasiders
who were the better side in the first half – Flint goalkeeper Jack Flint needed to make a triple save to deny them on one occasion.
But it was the Silkmen who took the lead against the run of play on 35 minutes
as Ben Wynne drove forward from his own half before unleashing a shot just inside the box which arrowed into the far corner for his first league goal of the campaign.
Flint’s second goal arrived in similar fashion just after the hour mark
as this time Elliott Reeves ran with the ball from the half way line before firing past Dave Jones from the edge of the area
Reeves had the ball in the net again shortly after from close range
Aber halved the deficit in the 87th minute when Jake Phillips’ foul on Abdi Sharif in the box allowed Niall Flint to score from the penalty spot
but the Seasiders could not go on to find a late equaliser.
Briton Ferry Llansawel took a huge step towards safety themselves as they earned a 1-0 home win over Connah’s Quay Nomads on Saturday.
The decisive moment proved to be a double substitution for Ferry on 71 minutes when Luke Bowen and Corey Hurford joined the action
replacing Tyler Brock and Ellis Sage.
Jasper Payne superbly drove upfield and played in Brock down the right
who crossed for Bowen to turn the ball home and make a remarkable instant impact.
The Reds are now six points above the relegation zone with only two games left to play
with a significantly better goal difference than 11th-place Newtown too.
It leaves the Robins in severe danger of their first ever relegation from the top-flight
with Callum McKenzie’s side losing 2-1 away at Barry Town United on Friday night.
Barry led after 19 minutes as Owen Cuddihy’s cross was headed home by Ollie Hulbert for his 13th league goal of the season
while the advantage was doubled just before the hour mark when this time Cuddihy’s delivery was turned into his own net by Newtown winger James Rainbird.
The Robins pulled a goal back in the 90th minute when Jason Oswell flicked Calvin Smith’s cross into the path of Aaron Williams to finish from close range
but it was too little too late for the visitors who could have conceded again were it not for a wasteful shot from Hulbert in stoppage time.
Barry are now five points clear at the top of the Play-Off Conference and will secure their play-off spot if they avoid defeat away at Connah’s Quay Nomads in a fortnight.
Penybont confirmed a second-place finish with a 1-0 home win over champions The New Saints on Saturday.
The visitors had the better of the chances as Adam Przybek denied Adam Wilson in the first half before Leo Smith hit the crossbar from distance after the break
but it was a moment of quality from James Crole which won the game in the 73rd minute.
Receiving Gabe Kircough’s long ball forward
Crole controlled it with his chest before unleashing an unstoppable strike past Connor Roberts just inside the box
Bont could even have had a second soon after
when Crole delivered a low ball across the face goal but substitute Ioan Phillips was not able to slide it in
A second victory over TNS this season secured a highest-ever league finish for Rhys Griffiths’ side
who will earn automatic European qualification if the Saints win the JD Welsh Cup
Haverfordwest County and Caernarfon Town shared the points in a 1-1 draw at Ogi Bridge Meadow on Saturday.
Haverfordwest broke the deadlock seven minutes after the break when Ben Ahmun headed home from Jacob Owen’s corner.
Caernarfon went up the other end and won a penalty as Kyle McCarthy tripped Louis Lloyd – with the Cofi forward picking himself up to score from the spot.
It also finished level between Bala Town and Cardiff Met
who played out a goalless draw at Maes Tegid on Saturday.
Met defender Matt Chubb came closest to scoring as his close-range header struck the post in the first half
while Bala finished the game with 10 men after Dan Malone received two yellow cards in the space of nine minutes in the second period.
Barry Town United 2-1 NewtownAberystwyth Town 1-2 Flint Town UnitedCardiff Met 0-0 Bala TownBriton Ferry Llansawel 1-0 Connah’s Quay NomadsHaverfordwest County 1-1 Caernarfon TownPenybont 1-0 The New Saints
Two first half goals from Ffion Price and Mackenzie Olden were enough to claim all three points for the Bluebirds
Head coach Iain Darbyshire made one change to the side that defeated Aberystwyth Town last time out
with Shannon Evans returning to the starting XI
City had the first chance of the afternoon
with defender Evans into the action inside the opening three minutes
The breakthrough came with just 12 minutes on the clock
as Price’s dangerous corner found its way straight into the net
The Bluebirds found joy from set-pieces and doubled the lead in the 26th minute
before Olden was on-hand to head the ball home
Darbyshire’s side managed the game well in the second period
with the hosts’ only clearcut chance coming with seven minutes remaining
Evans continued her brilliant performance by clearing off the line
Next up for the Bluebirds is a home clash against Wrexham on March 9th
FINAL SCORE: BRITON FERRY LLANSAWEL 0-2 CARDIFF CITY
The Genero Adran Premier fixture between Cardiff City and Briton Ferry Llansawel on Sunday 13 April has been selected for live broadcast by S4C.
in line with all other fixtures on the final day of the campaign
with the game available to watch on S4C and Sgorio’s online platforms.
The match will be the Bluebirds’ second appearance at the Cardiff City Stadium this season and they will want to have secured the Genero Adran Premier title to be able to lift the trophy.
Iain Darbyshire’s side are currently seven points clear at the top of the table with three games remaining
but second-place Briton Ferry will hope that there are more twists in the title race to come to allow them a shot at silverware in the capital.
In the three previous meetings between the two sides this season
one Cardiff win and one Briton Ferry win.
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The fixture will take place at the Old Road Welfare Ground on March 2nd
head coach Iain Darbyshire said: "We're heading into Phase Two in a really good place
We've hit form and have really turned a corner since Christmas
We've got some difficult games to come and some challenging tests
"Briton Ferry will pose a big challenge for us
They're very good at home and we had a really tough game there over the Christmas period
They'll be up for it and they'll make it difficult for us
They're equipped to hurt us and cause problems
but it's up to us to play to our ability and put in a good performance."
who has been a standout performer this season
added: "I think the overall feeling looking back on Phase One is what a journey we've been on
When you look right back to the start of Phase One
those results probably helped us to get to where we are now
We built that fight and developed the nous to find a way to win when the football wasn't quite clicking
It's no secret that we had a large turnover of players and those first few months
we had to learn our system and how to operate as a team
because that's probably what goes under the radar.
but we had to turn it around and make it work quickly
We did that and that's a real credit to everyone
Comparing that with the last month of Phase One
we're so fluid in the way we play and we have players that can fit in several positions
We've learned to bring our style of football into every environment
so I think we're in a great place going into Phase Two
That's the reason they are where they are in the table
Every team in this league are difficult to play against and that's what is so exciting about the Adran Premier
It doesn't matter if a team is at the top or the bottom of the league
it's always a difficult game and always different
because every team has a different style and different environments that they create
The lessons we learned in Phase One will really help us going into this game
"We feel that momentum and that just gives us a spark to keep going
We look back at what we've achieved and how far we've come
it's exciting to see what we can be capable of in Phase Two
Our performances have gone from strength to strength and the performances have come with it
I'm really pleased with my development in Phase One
I had never played as a defensive midfielder before so I found it difficult to be confident in my ability at the start of the campaign
I was always prepared to give the team what they needed
Iain felt that I could add value to the team in that position so I've worked hard to learn it
I've worked hard away from matchday with the analysis team and in training to develop
I still feel I can add a lot to the team and my focus for Phase Two is to continue to build on the positive performances that I have had."
MASON Thomas Leeroy replaces SHARIF Abdulrahman Mohamoud
DARLINGTON Alexander replaces FLINT Niall Daniel
BOWEN Luke Anthony replaces WALTERS Thomas John
RICKARD Jaime William replaces BROCK Tyler
DIBOE Cuba Peter Jayden replaces HARTLEY Zac Darren
HUXLEY Calum replaces PATTERSON Rico Amani
We’re delighted to announce that Cardiff City FC Women will face Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies in WPWL action at Cardiff City Stadium on Sunday
This match will kick-off at 2pm and with support from the FAW & S4C, supporters can watch for free on Cardiff City TV*
The Bluebirds are unbeaten in league action since March 14th and currently occupy third place in the WPWL table with a month of the campaign remaining
City triumphed 5-2 against Briton Ferry in the previous encounter in October 2020
Highlights of this game can be viewed below
said about the upcoming clash: “We’re very grateful for the support from the Club
Things have picked up really quickly and now we’ve got this great occasion to look forward to
It’s also big for the Women’s game in Wales
“It’s another chance to showcase what we can do to the Cardiff City fans
We’re very thankful to the league and S4C for allowing this to happen
Now we’ve got to go in and put in a performance.”
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There was nothing to separate Briton Ferry Llansawel and Newtown in a huge clash in the JD Cymru Premier relegation battle on Tuesday night
as the two sides played out a 1-1 draw at The Renewable Centre Stadium.
With the two sides level on points ahead of the game
it was always going to be a tight contest and it remained goalless until midway through the second half.
It was Ferry substitute Rio Dyer who broke the deadlock just six minutes after coming off the bench as he stole the ball off Calvin Smith on the right of the box and fired into the bottom corner for his first goal for the club.
As the clock ticked down it looked as though that would be enough to earn the Reds three vital points
particularly as Newtown had not scored in the final 10 minutes of a game all season
but they broke that streak with four minutes left on the clock as Aaron Williams headed home from Craig Williams’ corner to level the encounter.
The Robins remain in the relegation zone with just four games remaining
with Ferry sitting above them on goal difference only.
The New Saints moved to within touching distance of a fourth consecutive JD Cymru Premier title after a 2-0 home win over Caernarfon Town on Tuesday night.
who won at Park Hall earlier in the season
kept the hosts at bay until first half stoppage time when Phil Mooney turned Ryan Brobbel’s cross into his own net.
It was not until stoppage time in the second half that victory was wrapped up as Rory Holden played a superb through ball to substitute Sion Bradley who finished one-one-one with Ben Hughes to net against his former club.
TNS will secure the title if Penybont drop points against Cardiff Met on Friday night
or if that does not happen the Saints need just a point against the Archers in their next game in 10 days’ time.
Barry Town United scored a stoppage-time winner for the second time in five days as they triumphed 2-1 over Aberystwyth Town at Jenner Park.
Ieuan Owen put Barry in front with just 10 minutes on the clock with his third goal in two games
as he smashed home a loose ball in the box after Aber failed to clear a corner.
The hosts’ continued to dominate proceedings but somehow did not add to their lead
with some poor finishing combined with multiple saves from Dave Jones and last-ditch defending keeping Aber in the game.
The missed opportunities came back to haunt Barry in the 90th minute when the Seasiders found an equaliser through Rico Patterson
who rifled in a sweet first-time strike from the edge of the area which found the net via the underside of the crossbar.
There was more late drama to come though as Barry snatched a winner in the 93rd minute
when substitute Eliot Richards met Owen’s inviting cross with a downward header which hit the post and went in.
Andy Legg’s side remain five points clear at the top of the Play-Off Conference
ahead of Connah’s Quay Nomads who earned a 4-0 win against rivals Flint Town United.
The Silkmen were left wondering how they did not take the lead in the opening 20 minutes as George Ratcliffe made a couple of superb saves to deny Josh Jones either side of Elliott Reeves hitting the post.
It meant that it was against the run of play that the Nomads took the lead in the 22nd minute
when Rhys Hughes produced his latest piece of brilliance by cutting inside from the right wing and sending a delightful lob over Jack Flint from the edge of the area.
The lead was doubled on 38 minutes when Max Woodcock opened his Nomads account by meeting Olly Wright’s delivery with a looping header over Flint
before Ratcliffe pulled off his best save of the night by denying Reeves from point-blank range on the stroke of half-time.
The Nomads were awarded a penalty just nine minutes into the second half when Harry Owen fouled Callum Bratley inside the area
with Hughes stepping up from the spot to score his 13th goal of the season.
A third consecutive league win was wrapped up in the 82nd minute by substitute Sam Durrant
who snatched the ball off Jake Phillips before driving into the box and finishing into the far corner.
Barry Town United 2-1 Aberystwyth TownBriton Ferry Llansawel 1-1 NewtownConnah’s Quay Nomads 4-0 Flint Town UnitedThe New Saints 2-0 Caernarfon Town
In The New Saints’ last outing (January 26), it was defeat in a 4-3 thriller against Cardiff City in the Adran Premier at Park Hall Stadium
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Briton Ferry played last night (January 30) at Old Road
where Rhys James’ side beat Aberystwyth Town 1-0
In the last meeting between The Saints and Ferry, it was the Oswestry-based team that came away 3-2 victors in the Genero Adran Trophy semi-finals at Park Hall
following a dramatic comeback by Saints from 2-0 down
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This Sunday’s test will be a tough one for TNS
as the 2023/24 Genero Adran South champions have won their last 27 league home matches
while Michelle Portelli and Ethan Goatley are the assistants
TNS will be in a green and white hooped shirt with green shorts and socks
with live updates to be available on The New Saints Women’s X page (formerly Twitter) for those that are unable to make the journey down
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Aberystwyth Town earned a lifeline in the JD Cymru Premier relegation battle as a brace from captain Jack Thorn helped secure a 3-2 win over Briton Ferry Llansawel at Old Road on Saturday.
put the Seasiders ahead inside just four minutes when he volleyed home after Louis Bradford had sent an overhead kick across goal.
Keiran Williams produced a tidy finish from Caleb Demery’s low cross to draw Ferry level five minutes into the second half
but Thorn quickly restored the visitors’ lead by sending a clever looping volley over Will Fuller after the Reds goalkeeper had punched out Iwan Lewis’ corner.
Jonathan Evans added a third for Aber on 70 minutes when Niall Flint flicked on Lewis’ cross into the forward’s path and he produced a composed finish into the bottom corner.
Ferry substitute Jasper Payne reduced the deficit with a close-range header on 78 minutes
but Aber held firm late on to see out their first win in five games
Antonio Corbisiero’s side remain bottom of the table but are now within five points of safety.
After seeing their game against Caernarfon Town postponed last weekend
league leaders The New Saints kicked off their Phase Two campaign with a 3-1 home win over Cardiff Met on Saturday.
The Saints were in front inside two minutes at Park Hall as Ryan Brobbel’s superb defence-splitting pass played in Adam Wilson
who finished past Kelland Absalom for his fourth league goal of the season.
Eliot Evans equalised for Met in the 16th minute with a composed finish past Connor Roberts after some neat footwork
but TNS edged back in front early in the second half when Dan Williams’ shot was parried and Remi Oteh struck home the rebound from close range.
Danny Davies clinched a sixth straight victory for Craig Harrison’s side 10 minutes later with a first time finish from Josh Pask’s cut back.
TNS are now three points clear at the top of the table with a game in hand after second-place Penybont were held to a goalless draw by Haverfordwest County at the SDM Stadium on Saturday
The Bluebirds came closest to finding the net when Ben Fawcett had his close-range header denied by the woodwork in the 18th minute
while Bont’s best chance also came in the first half as the ball deflected into Chris Venables’ path but he could only produce a tame effort straight at Zac Jones.
There has now been just one goal scored in three league meetings between the two sides this season
perhaps unsurprising as they have the two best defences in the division
Penybont travel to TNS next weekend in a potentially decisive game in the title race.
After announcing Andy Legg as their new manager on Friday night
Barry Town United made it two wins from two games in Phase Two as they triumphed 3-1 over Flint Town United at Jenner Park on Saturday.
Keenan Patten finished off a sublime passing move from the hosts to break the deadlock after just three minutes
but Flint were gifted an equaliser midway through the first half when Barry goalkeeper Liam Armstrong tipped the ball into his own net from Jake Phillips’ long throw.
the Linnets restored the lead seven minutes later as Callum Sainty tapped home on the line after Ben Margetson’s header struck the crossbar
Barry wrapped up victory in the second half courtesy of Patten’s second goal of the afternoon
a simple close-range finish after Evan Press’ cross had ricocheted kindly into his path.
Legg’s side remain seven points clear at the top of the Play-Off Conference
while Flint are still three points above the relegation zone despite a seventh straight defeat away from home.
Caernarfon Town claimed a third successive victory as Josh Lock’s brace inspired a 3-1 win over Bala Town at Maes Tegid on Friday night.
Lock got Caernarfon off to a flying as he calmly slotted home from Matty Hill’s square ball with just seven minutes on the clock and the Cofis doubled their lead in the 14th minute when Adam Davies provided a simple finish from two yards out after Joel Torrance spilled Paulo Mendes’ cross.
Caernarfon continued to threaten throughout the game – with Torrance denying them on multiple occasions – but Bala halved the deficit with 10 minutes remaining as Louis Robles flicked a header home from Osebi Abadaki’s cross.
There was to be no late equaliser for the hosts though
with Caernarfon sealing victory in stoppage time when Lock’s shot from distance squirmed past Torrance into the bottom corner.
Connah’s Quay Nomads earned their first win of 2025 as Jack Kenny’s first half strike proved enough to see off Newtown 1-0 at the Essity Stadium on Saturday.
The decisive moment came in the 18th minute when Kenny
who returned from suspension to make his first appearance in over a month
Billy Paynter’s side could have won by more were it not for Julian Schwarzer Garcia in the Newtown goal
with the Philippines international tipping over Rhys Hughes’ dipping free-kick and denying Ben Nash at point blank range.
Bala Town 1-3 Caernarfon TownPenybont 0-0 Haverfordwest CountyBarry Town United 3-1 Flint Town UnitedBriton Ferry Llansawel 2-3 Aberystwyth TownConnah’s Quay Nomads 1-0 NewtownThe New Saints 3-1 Cardiff Met
The New Saints go into the quarter-final tie following a 3-1 win over Swansea City in the final of the Genero Adran Trophy at Latham Park (February 9)
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In Briton Ferry’s last match (February 5)
the 2023/24 Genero Adran South champions drew 0-0 with Swansea at Llandarcy Academy of Sport in the Genero Adran Premier
Looking at the roads to the quarter-final, The Saints got to this stage of the competition by claiming two 6-0 wins away at Pwllheli (October 20), and Llandudno (November 17) respectively
Briton Ferry reached the quarter-finals after overcoming Taffs Well 5-0 at Rhiw Dda’r in round one (October 27)
and Penydarren 11-1 at The Bont Playing Fields in round two (November 17)
Rhys James’ team reached the final of the Welsh Cup in the 2022/23 season
before suffering a 4-0 defeat to Cardiff City at Merthyr Penydarren Park
In the last meeting between Saints and Ferry, the match ended in a 2-2 draw at Old Road Welfare Ground in the Adran Premier (February 2)
There is little to separate the sides in the Adran Premier table
The officials for the weekend are as follows: Joshua Howells (referee)
Matthew Johnson and Darren Hales (assistant referees)
A Ffion Price goal had cancelled out an earlier opener from Maia Owen
however a double from Lucy Powell gave the hosts all three points
The game’s first effort came within the first 10 minutes as Price’s corner was played in towards Megan Bowen
which fell behind her which was hooked over her head and over the bar
despite a huge block on the line from Bowen and a follow up save from Ceryn Chamberlain
The Bluebirds came agonisingly close to a leveller
finding the head of the leaping Shannon Evans
which crashed off the bar and cleared away
Price sent the ball deep into the area which went over all the heads in the box
including the goalkeeper and into the back of the net to enter half time all square
The home side retook the lead when Laura May Walkley played the ball into Powell at the back post to slot into the net
Chamberlain was on hand just minutes later with a smart save to keep the scores as they were
Powell added her second on the 75 minute mark to extend their lead
Next up for the Bluebirds is a trip to The New Saints on January 5th
FINAL SCORE: BRITON FERRY LLANSAWEL 3-1 CARDIFF CITY
“I thought Briton Ferry had a good game plan and it worked well all credit to them
We knew before the game that it was going to be difficult task playing at away there due to their home form and the atmosphere that they bring there
I thought we created good chances throughout the game
"But we have to focus on the next game against The New Saints
we will regroup and go again this week in training
and we look forward to playing them on Sunday.”
The New Saints go into Sunday’s match following a 3-1 defeat at Leckwith Stadium against Cardiff City
who retained the Adran Premier title (March 30)
in the other Championship Conference match
Briton Ferry overturned Wrexham 3-1 at The Racecourse Ground
In the last meeting between the two sides (March 9), Ferry won 2-1 at Park Hall Stadium
The overall head-to-head between the teams read one win apiece, and three draws. The last of those draws was in the Bute Energy Welsh Cup quarter-finals at Old Road (February 16), where the match ended 2-2 after 90 minutes
but Saints went onto be 4-2 victors on penalties
while last season’s Genero Adran South champions are second on 36 points
Shauna Duffy’s side are to wear a green and white hooped shirt with green shorts and socks
The goalkeepers are to be in an all-purple kit
The officials for Sunday are as follows: David Morgan (referee)
Ian Bird and Ethan Goatley (assistant referees)
and live updates will be available on The New Saints Women’s X page (formerly Twitter)
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Sunday’s Genero Adran Premier fixture between Swansea City Women and Briton Ferry Llansawel has been postponed due to severe weather warnings.
The Swans were set to play their first game of 2025 by welcoming Ferry to the Llandarcy Academy of Sport, but the game will now be rearranged.
A new date for the fixture will be announced in due course.
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Chantelle Teare struck first for TNS at Briton Ferry Llansawel
Briton Ferry Llansawel 1-2 The New Saints: In an action-packed first half
Chantelle Teare gave Saints the lead before Megan Kearle hit back for the hosts
Parity lasted just another five minutes as Lia Lewis restored Saints' lead and that proved enough for victory to boost their hopes of record-high
Wrexham 4-2 Cardiff City: Cardiff, having secured the Adran Premier title last week
led early through Laura Curnock but trailed at half-time after Wrexham hit back through Rosie Hughes and Abbie Iddenden
Lily Billingham grabbed a Cardiff equaliser on 55 minutes
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Nia Jones struck first for the visitors and after Josie Pugh's own goal Lily Moralee-Hughes hit back for the hosts
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Haverfordwest County AFC will be looking to sign off from their league campaign at LHP Stadium on a high when we welcome Briton Ferry Llansawel on Friday evening
The Bluebirds suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to JD Cymru Premier leaders Penybont on Tuesday evening
with Mael Davies’ strike either side of two disallowed goals for the Town proving decisive in Bridgend
The Ferry claimed a dramatic late victory over Newtown on Tuesday
Aaron Williams’ goal gave the Robins the lead with 19 minutes of normal time remaining
but Corey Hurford equalised eight minutes later and then
Alex Gammond scored the winning goal to lift his team out of the relegation zone for the time being – before Flint Town United’s win over Aberystwyth Town on Wednesday saw the Old Road side return to 11th place
The most recent meeting between the sides came on 15 October
County ran out 2-1 winners thanks to goals from Owain Jones and Lee Jenkins either side of Kian Jenkins’ equaliser
Tony Pennock’s side currently find themselves third in the table with four games of our Phase One campaign remaining
A victory would move us one step closer to clinching a place in the top six for Phase Two
October 15, 2024: Briton Ferry Llansawel 1-2 Haverfordwest County
2019: Haverfordwest County 1-4 Briton Ferry Llansawel
2019: Briton Ferry Llansawel 2-4 Haverfordwest County
2018: Briton Ferry Llansawel 0-3 Haverfordwest County
2018: Haverfordwest County 3-0 Briton Ferry Llansawel
If you’re not able to make it to LHP Stadium for the game, you can still keep up with the action by following live, play-by-play updates on our X (formerly Twitter) page
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The Bluebirds will begin the Championship Conference with a trip to Briton Ferry Llansawel on Sunday afternoon
before a Bute Energy Welsh Cup Semi-Final against The New Saints
Back-to-back league clashes with The New Saints follow
with the campaign ending with a trip to Wrexham and a home fixture against Briton Ferry Llansawel
The match against Ferry on the final day of the 2024/25 season will take place at Cardiff City Stadium
head coach Iain Darbyshire said: "We're excited to begin Phase Two
We're heading into some crucial fixtures with a lot of momentum and you can see that in the way the squad are training and performing in matches
We have improved throughout the campaign and will aim to continue that in the next few weeks to give us the best chance of having a successful end to the season.
"The support that we have had in this campaign has been fantastic
both in our home games in Leckwith and in away fixtures
It has been key to our results and is something we really value
the support from the fans will be as important as ever."
The visitors led through goals from Lowri Ridings and Alison Witts either side of half time
before an Eliza Collie double earned the Bluebirds a hard-fought point
Head coach Iain Darbyshire made one change to the side that played Swansea City last time out
The Bluebirds' first chance came inside the opening 10 minutes through a dangerous corner played in towards Nieve Jenkins
who battled Ferry keeper Charlotte Merry in the air
with the ball then dropping to Shannon Evans in the box
But the first attempt at goal came from Briton Ferry’s Witts
which was dipping towards Ceryn Chamberlain’s goal
but the keeper did well to tip the ball over the bar
Chamberlain was key once again after Ferry won a penalty in the 17th minute
diving to her left to deny Lucy Powell from the spot
the visitors took the lead after the half hour mark following Powell’s corner
which was diverted into the net by Ridings at the back post
as Evans had two efforts go close from corners
Ferry doubled their lead after the break through Witts
who was played in by Laura-May Walkley to grab their second
continuing to create opportunities and coming close through Fiona Barry and Laura Curnock
It was last season’s top scorer Collie who stepped up to half the deficit
after some great play on the right wing by Molly Kehoe to beat the defender and send in the cross
the ball fell to Collie who put her foot through the ball and went in via the underside of the bar
but it was Collie on hand again to grab the equaliser deep into stoppage time to rescue a point for the Bluebirds
FINAL SCORE: CARDIFF CITY 2-2 BRITON FERRY LLANSAWEL
head coach Darbyshire said: “It was a hard-fought point
I don’t think we should be over the moon with a point
We need to demand better standards and be better across the park and be more consistent through the 90 minutes
We knew what their game plan was going to be
and they outfought us and played really well at times and I think they deserved a point
We rode our luck a little bit in the end with the goal
but these are the things you get sometimes in the season
“You’ve got to want to win and want to compete
can you stand up and be accounted for and it’s something we’re learning as a team
their game plan was very good and it’s what we expected but we didn’t deal with it the way we should have
we’ll take the point and come the end of the season
added: “We knew we didn’t play particularly well; we came in at half time and knew we weren’t at our best
We all spoke as a team before the coaches came in at half time and we knew it wasn’t good enough and we knew it wasn’t up to our normal standard
The message was that to go out there and if we want to win it’s up to us
I knew I needed to score as I only had one so far but getting these two under my belt is good and I’m just hoping to score more now this season.”
The match will take place at Cardiff International Sports Campus on Sunday
Entry for this Sunday's match at Cardiff International Sports Campus will cost £5 for adults and £1 for U16s.
head coach Iain Darbyshire said: “We're looking forward to the test this weekend against Briton Ferry
We know they have got a lot of experienced and physical players with a lot of footballing IQ.
"I tipped them to get into the top four at the start of the season and they have started really well so it’s no surprise to us
so we’re looking forward to a different type of test this weekend.
"We’re looking to bounce back from the disappointment of last weekend
but we know we’re a much better team than what we showed at times and we know that we are capable of beating anyone on our day
added: "We definitely want to bounce back from last weekend and we've had a really positive week in training
because Briton Ferry are strong opposition
They have eyes on them after a good start to the season and we're expecting a physical test.
"We won't shy away from that physical battle
You want to come off the field like you've been in a battle with the opposition player and that's what I'm expecting on Sunday.
it's just a few minor tweaks that we need to make on the pitch because we're still getting used to each other and how we all play
we've only scratched the surface of our potential so far and every one of us can feel that."
The visitors come into the clash top of the league on goal difference after an unbeaten start to the Adran Premier season
After defeaing Aberystwyth Town 4-0 on the opening weekend
they backed it up with emphatic 3-0 and 5-0 wins against Wrexham and Cardiff Met respectively.
they claimed a 1-1 draw away to The New Saints
which saw goalkeeper Courtney Young sent off after 60 minutes and without a backup goalkeeper on the bench
manager Rhys James opted to give centre-back Olivia Kett-White
Alison Witts gave them the lead after 33 minutes which was cancelled out through Molly Harvard.
A familiar face in Tija Richardson returns to face her former side after leaving the Bluebirds in the summer
Tija departed after making 17 appearances in the treble winning campaign of last season and has so far started every game for Briton Ferry
scoring in the game against Wrexham.
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A depleted Swansea City Women side were handed back-to-back league defeats for the first time in 2024 as they lost at Briton Ferry Llansawel in the Genero Adran Premier
Lucy Powell struck for the hosts in the first 45 minutes as she took advantage of a loose ball in the Swansea half
Alison Witts would double the home side’s lead late on to secure three points against a Swansea City side nursing a long injury list and featuring four under-19s’
Goalkeeper Saffron Davies was among them as she made her debut for the first team
stepping between the sticks in the absence of Charlie Haynes
with two off-the-ball fouls committed by Ferry in the opening five minutes and each side seeing players cautioned
Katy Hosford came agonisingly close to opening the scoring for the visitors
turning Emily Thomas’ cross to back post just wide of the goal with her headed effort
But it would be the hosts that would take the lead
Briton Ferry won the ball in the Swans half before Megan Kearle’s cross was nodded on for Powell to power an effort into the bottom right corner
Taite Trivett looked for an immediate response
and her driven effort from distance forced a good save from former Swans goalkeeper Courtney Young
Young was called into action again soon after
but the defender’s effort would be easily held by the keeper and the Swans remained a goal down at the break
Briton Ferry thought they had doubled their lead early into the second half when Witts tapped in from close range
Chivers tried an effort from distance as the Swans looked for a way back into the game
but her effort from a free-kick would fly wide of the post
Trivett then came agonisingly close to an equaliser with time ticking away
Trivett’s leftfooted strike would whistle narrowly wide of the target
But it would be the hosts that would find the second goal of the game as Witts headed home from a corner to seal three points
Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies: Courtney Young
JD Cymru North side Mold Alexandra caused the biggest upset of the JD Welsh Cup third round as they triumphed 2-1 over top-flight Briton Ferry Llansawel.
First half goals from Owen Cordiner and Emmanuel Lawal put Mold firmly in control of the tie
while Ferry did not pull one back until the 80th minute through captain Alex Gammond.
who became the fifth JD Cymru Premier side to lose to a lower division opponent in the JD Welsh Cup this season.
Haverfordwest County narrowly avoided a shock as they needed penalties to progress past Ammanford at the Recreation Ground
Euros Griffiths cancelled out Ricky Watts’ opener in the 90 minutes before an epic shootout ensued.
With the score standing at 9-9 after 10 players had taken for each side
Ammanford goalkeeper Luke Martin blazed his effort over the bar before his opposite number Ifan Knott calmly scored his spot-kick to send Haverfordwest through.
JD Welsh Cup holders Connah’s Quay Nomads edged into Round Four with a 2-1 win away at Trefelin
Ben Nash’s header and Ben Maher’s deflected strike put the Nomads in control of the tie
before both sides were reduced to 10 men as Nash and Connor Goldsworthy were shown red cards in an off-the-ball incident.
Joe Clarke got Trefelin on the scoreboard from the penalty spot in stoppage time after Lee Trundle had been fouled in the box
but it came too late to save the JD Cymru South side.
Nine-time JD Welsh Cup winners The New Saints had to come from behind to win 3-1 away at Cardiff Met in an all-JD Cymru Premier clash
Tom Vincent put the Archers ahead but Ryan Brobbel equalised almost immediately before a brace from Jordan Williams completed the turnaround
Met full-back Joel Edwards received a late red card.
The only other all-top-flight encounter saw Bala Town progress on penalties against Flint Town United after a 2-2 draw in 90 minutes
The Lakesiders were 2-0 up in the tie before quickfire goals from George Maire and Florian Yonsian got Flint back on level terms
but Silkmen duo Jake Phillips and Luke Mariette missed in the shootout to allow Kieran Lloyd to score Bala’s winning penalty.
Only four JD Cymru Premier clubs are in to Round Four – the fewest number of top-flight sides left at this stage of the competition since the formation of the League of Wales in 1992.
After upsetting Caernarfon Town on penalties in the last round
Holyhead Hotspur again progressed from the spot against neighbours Trearddur Bay at the New Stadium
with the first nine penalties of the shootout all scored before Bay forward Les Davies missed his side’s fifth attempt.
Hotspur are one of only two sides from the third tier heading into Round Four
alongside Ardal North East outfit Llanuwchllyn
Sion Tudor’s team knocked out top-flight Newtown on penalties in Round Two
but enjoyed a much more comfortable afternoon this time around as they won 3-0 against Swansea University.
Caerau Ely were the biggest winners of Round Three as they triumphed 8-1 at home against fourth tier Rogerstone
There were seven different goalscorers for the Young Guns
JD Cymru North leaders Airbus UK Broughton were also on fine goalscoring form as they won 7-1 at home against Goytre
with George Peers scoring twice and Oli Lanceley scoring a hat-trick.
The only other hat-trick in Round Three came at Stebonheath
where Bradley Gibbings’ treble helped Llanelli Town ease past fourth tier Pill with a 4-0 victory.
Fellow fourth tier side Penydarren came much closer to causing an upset as they took Carmarthen Town to penalties following a 2-2 draw in 90 minutes at the Bont Playing Fields.
who knocked out Pontypridd United in the last round
took the lead through captain Alex Lloyd but Carmarthen turned the game around before Lloyd scored again late on to send the tie to spot-kicks
Tyler Aylward missed the visitors’ first effort
but two saves from Lee Idzi – who played for Penydarren as a teenager – sent Carmarthen through.
JD Cymru South strugglers Afan Lido also survived a scare as they progressed on penalties against Morriston Town on Friday night
The third tier side had taken an early lead through Mark Jones
but Jonathan Hood equalised for Lido to see it end 1-1 in normal time.
Morriston goalkeeper Steven Cann was the shootout hero for his side in the last round
but he missed his side’s fifth penalty which would have sent them through
before Nathan Beniamous also missed to see Lido progress.
where Cambrian United twice trailed against Llandudno and had Lee Price sent off but Danny Birch’s 87th-minute goal earned the JD Cymru South a 3-2 win.
Denbigh Town are into Round Four for the first time in 52 years as they won 3-0 away at third tier side Llanrwst United
Owen Davies and Keelan Williams all found the net
while Chris Nicolson was sent off for the hosts.
Colwyn Bay and Caersws booked their spots in Round Four courtesy of 2-1 home wins over fellow JD Cymru North sides Ruthin Town and Bangor 1876 respectively – with the Bluebirds finding a 93rd minute winning goal.
The JD Welsh Cup Round Four draw will be broadcast on RedWall+ at 8pm on Wednesday 20 November.
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Saturday's hosts are currently in sixth place on the WPWL table
with four points taken from their opening eight matches
Briton Ferry took the lead early on through Renee Leigh Day in the 17th minute of play
two responding goals by their opposition efore the end of the first half gave the lead to Cyncoed
with Athina Varnava scoring a brace in five minutes
Briton Ferry's sole league victory of their campaign thus far came on December 8th
as they defeated Aberystwyth Town 1-0 in a closely fought contest at Old Road
Renee Leigh Day once again provided for her side with the opening goal in the first half
with the visitors - who are at the bottom of the league table - being unable to respond with one of their own
Cardiff City FC Women defeated Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies 2-1 in their last meeting on November 10th
in a WPWL match played at Cardiff International Sports Campus.
Briton Ferry got off to a determined start and took the lead after three minutes
Captain Lowri Ridings managed to convert the ball into the net following a scramble in the area
City responded strongly and came close to an equaliser
Catherine Walsh’s powerful header from close range was saved by Courtney Young
The Bluebirds continued to press for a leveller and it eventually came with 11 minutes of the opening 45 remaining
Forward Alana Murphy superbly found the bottom left corner from range and became the squad’s top scorer on ten goals
it took the hosts six minutes to go in front
Half-time substitute Kate Jeremiah demonstrated her threat by dashing along the left flank
before delivering a low cross that was beautifully curled in by forward Murphy
Cardiff City looked eager to extend their advantage and after 51 minutes
centre-back Connolly’s ambitious effort from range was threatening
Play continued to tighten as both sides continued to stand resilient in defence and no clear-cut opportunities arose until 84 minutes had been played
Pacey forward Jeremiah raced Young to the ball and won
no further goals followed and the Bluebirds took three points
securing their sixth victory of the competitive campaign
Returning to the Old Road Welfare Ground to take on Briton Ferry Llansawel
Shauna Duffy’s side will be looking to continue their momentum and secure a place in their second semi-final of the season
The Saints have reached the last eight of the Bute Energy Welsh Cup thanks to 6-0 victories against both Pwllheli and Llandudno
but with Sunday’s opponents currently sitting one place above them in the Genero Adran Premier
another tough afternoon is expected in South Wales
Holding her pre-match press conference following training yesterday
began by looking back at that historic victory against Swansea City
before emphasising the importance of remaining focused
Sharing reflections following the 2-2 draw at Old Road a fortnight ago
the former Blackburn Rovers defender highlighted a number of positives her side were able to take from that game as they look for a better result this time around
Check out the video below to watch the press conference in full
Swansea City Women were held to a goalless draw at Llandarcy Academy of Sport by a stubborn Briton Ferry Llansawel defence
Chances for Lauren Davies and Stacey John-Davis proved to be as close as the Swans got to breaking the deadlock as it ended all-square
The hosts had taken charge of proceedings from the off
and the first chance of the game fell to Robyn Pinder when she found time on the edge of the box
but her long-range effort was dealt with by Courtney Young in the Briton Ferry goal
Davies then came close to opening her account for the Swans
skipping into the box before driving a low effort at goal that was held by the keeper
The hosts continued to probe for a way through before the break
Pinder’s excellent run across the touchline allowed her to pull-back for John-Davis
but the forward’s effort didn’t challenge Courtney Young in the Ferry goal
Davies had another opportunity just after the restart when she found time at the back post before cutting inside to bend an effort just past the post
The well organised Briton Ferry defence continued to frustrate the Swans into the closing stages
and John-Davis and Emily Thomas both forced good saves from Young
Stacey John-Davis (captain) (Stacey John-Davis 82)
Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies: Courtney Young
The visit of Briton Ferry Llansawel to Park Hall (2.30 p.m
kick-off) is a game that the players will be looking forward to
in order to right the wrong of a 3-1 defeat at Old Road Welfare Ground back in November (20th)
It will be another tough fixture for the reigning champions however
as although Andy Dyer’s side currently occupies a relegation spot
they have stabilised from their opening games in the JD Cymru Premier
Having lost their first half a dozen league outings – plus a Nathaniel MG Cup fixture – they have certainly turned the corner in terms of results
As well as the aforementioned victory against The New Saints
Aberystwyth Town (4-0) and Newtown AFC (2-1)
With no game for current JD Cymru Premier leaders
The New Saints can close the gap to just one-point with a victory on Sunday afternoon
The home side will be in green and white hooped shirts
green shorts and socks for the MD4 encounter
while Briton Ferry Llansawel will be wearing all-red
The goalkeepers will be in all-turquoise and all-grey respectively
The referee is Mark James and he will be assisted by Connor Fowler and Harvey Smallman
James Walker is the fourth official and Nigel Richards the referee observer
You can purchase tickets in advance here and if you aren’t at the game in person you can follow the action via TNS Radio (worldwide) and TNS TV (worldwide except for UK and Ireland)
The links will be posted on the club’s social media accounts ahead of the game
Ahead of this evening’s encounter at Old Road
we’ve taken a closer look at Briton Ferry Llansawel with Meet the Opposition
Britton Ferry Llansawel were founded in 2009 following a merger between Briton Ferry Athletic and Llansawel
Their first season saw them join Division Three of the then-Welsh Football League
before being promoted to Division Two during the 2011-12 season
The Ferry spent two seasons in Division Two
before being promoted to Division One as runners-up during the 2013-14 season
The club spent two seasons in the top division before finishing in the bottom four on goal difference
They made a quick return to the top division a season later
finishing second behind undefeated Llanelli Town
Ferry had two seasons in Division One before becoming founding members of the JD Cymru South in 2019-20
finishing third back-to-back-to-back before winning the league last season
which earned them promotion to the JD Cymru Premier for the first time in their history
The Ferry lost their first six league matches in their debut top-flight campaign
Their form has picked up in the last six matches
where they have only tasted defeat once in the 3-1 reverse to Barry Town United on Saturday
They also picked up a memorable victory in September when they shocked league leaders Penybont to run out 1-0 winners at the SDM Glass Stadium
The club currently find themselves in 11th place in the league
six points behind 10th place Flint Town United with two games in hand over the Silkmen
Andy Dyer was appointed head coach of Briton Ferry Llansawel in October 2023
The 48-year-old has previously managed Neath
Afan Lido and Port Talbot over a 10-year spell
before taking a break from management in 2016
Dyer had a four-year break from football before taking over as sporting director at Ferry in January 2020
Ferry have won 19 of his 35 games in charge
Dyer also guided Ferry to the Welsh Blood Service League Cup final last season
where his side lost 4-2 to JD Cymru North outfit
Central defender Alex Gammond was appointed club captain in 2022
The 30-year-old started his career at Afan Lido
where he made 82 appearances for the then-Welsh Premier League side
he also had a one-month loan spell with the Bluebirds in 2015
Gammond also had a loan spell with Icelandic side KF Ægir Thorlákshöfn
where he made a single appearance over a six-month period
The defender’s contract was up at the end of this loan spell
which is when he joined Briton Ferry Llansawel
Gammond has made 103 appearances for the Ferry
He was also named as the supporters’ Player of the Season in their promotion-winning campaign last term
He has made nine appearances in the JD Cymru Premier so far this season
scoring one goal in a 2-2 draw with Bala Town at the end of September
Tom Walters was pivotal in Ferry’s promotion winning-season last year
finishing as their top goalscorer after netting on 14 occasions while also picking up 12 assists in the league
The forward has spent his entire career in the JD Cymru South up until this season
where he spent the 2016-17 season before linking up with Goytre United
The striker was with the Goyt for four seasons before departing for a new challenge with Llantwit Major
This would prove to be an inspired decision as he enjoyed a fantastic season at the Windmill Ground
finishing as top scorer with 24 in 29 matches as the Major finished top of the league
The forward then moved to Ferry the following season
scoring 14 league goals in his debut campaign to help the side finish third in the table
Walters reached the JD Cymru Premier for the first time a year later
with his goals helping the team to win promotion to the top-flight
the 27-year-old has scored one goal and registered two assists for his newly-promoted side
with his one goal coming against league leaders Penybont in September
Rio Dyer made 28 appearances for the Bluebirds in all competitions last season
and was part of the squad during the memorable European campaign in the summer of 2023
The forward spent time with both Swansea City and Hull City at age-grade level
with the latter being where he worked with current Bluebirds manager Tony Pennock
before making the move back to Wales and joining up with his father Andy at Ferry for the 2022-23 season
Dyer made 13 appearances during his first spell at the club
The 20-year-old then spent last season at the Bluebirds before rejoining Briton Ferry Llansawel this summer
Dyer has made 10 Cymru Premier appearances so far this season
The winger also has international experience
where he made a late substitute appearance in a 2-0 defeat to England in March 2021
Briton Ferry Llansawel earned a crucial win in the JD Cymru Premier relegation battle on Saturday as they triumphed 4-0 over Aberystwyth Town at Old Road
The Reds had not won at home all season going into the game
but took the lead in the 22nd minute when Luke Bowen met Ryan George’s cross with a looping header before Tom Walters doubled the advantage shortly before half-time as he tapped home Tyler Brock’s pass across goal.
Ferry were comfortable at 2-0 up and Aberystwyth rarely threatened to get back into the game
but teenager Caleb Demery came off the bench to score twice late on and wrap up the win for the hosts.
After driving into the box from the right hand side he calmly finished at the second time of asking in the 88thminute
before producing a clinical strike across goal into the bottom corner in stoppage time.
The win saw Ferry leapfrog Aber in the table – with the Seasiders now bottom of the standings – and Andy Dyer’s side are now only three points adrift of safety with two games in hand over 10th-place Flint Town United.
The Silkmen were beaten for the third successive game as they suffered a 4-1 defeat away to Haverfordwest County on Saturday.
Ben Ahmun gave the Bluebirds a fifth-minute lead when he converted from the penalty spot following a foul from Jack Flint on Owain Jones inside the area
while Greg Walters doubled the advantage 11 minutes later as he tapped home from close range for his goal since returning to the club.
Flint halved the deficit just after the half hour mark through Florian Yonsian’s cool finish
but a pair of clinical finishes in the second half from Haverfordwest substitute Ben Fawcett ensured that Tony Pennock’s came away with all three points and extended their unbeaten run in the league to eight matches.
League leaders Penybont returned to winning ways in emphatic fashion as they triumphed 5-1 away at Caernarfon Town on Saturday.
It was a free-flowing move which got Bont up and running in the 22nd minute as James Crole squared for Chris Venables to slam home
while Crole was again the provider in first half stoppage time as his pass across goal was finished by Nathan Wood at the back post.
Crole and Wood combined again for the latter to score his second of the day with a one-on-one finish shortly after the hour mark
before Paulo Mendes denied Bont a clean sheet with a close range header three minutes later.
Gabe Kircough soon restored the visitors’ three-goal cushion with a header of his own
while Crole concluded a fine individual performance by getting on the scoresheet with a composed finish in the final 10 minutes.
The New Saints remain four points behind Penybont – with two games in hand – after their 4-1 win away at Barry Town United in Saturday’s early kick-off.
Barry kept the champions at bay for half an hour
but TNS then scored twice in the space of two minutes as Danny Davies’ low shot deflected past Luc Rees before Ash Baker rifled home from Jordan Williams’ corner.
Sam Snaith quickly halved the deficit when he managed to bundle in Robbie Willmott’s cross at the back post
but Declan McManus restored TNS’ two-goal cushion in first half stoppage time as he headed home from Danny Redmond’s inviting cross.
The best of the goals came midway through the second half when Leo Smith produced a superb first time finish from outside of the box which beat Rees via the crossbar
It was a seventh consecutive win in all competitions for TNS
who travel to Shamrock Rovers in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday.
Connah’s Quay Nomads moved up to eighth in the table with a crucial 1-0 home win against 10-man Cardiff Met on Saturday.
After Archers centre-back Jac Clay had been sent off for two bookable offences
the Nomads broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute when Ben Maher’s superb first-time strike from the edge of the box flew beyond Alex Lang and into the top corner
Billy Paynter’s side are now only two points off a top six spot.
Newtown and Bala Town were left frustrated in their own battle for the top half as they played out a 0-0 draw at Latham Park.
Both sides had glorious chances in the first half as Bala forward George Newell fired way over from close range before a fierce effort from Robins full-back Callum rattled the near post.
Newell was shown a second yellow card in the 77th minute
but the 10-man Lakesiders were able to see off the hosts’ late pressure and earn a point.
Barry Town United 1-4 The New SaintsCaernarfon Town 1-5 PenybontConnah’s Quay Nomads 1-0 Cardiff MetHaverfordwest County 4-1 Flint Town UnitedNewtown 0-0 Bala TownBriton Ferry Llansawel 4-0 Aberystwyth Town
Ruben Davies and Kristian Fletcher helped Swansea City Under-21s book their place in the semi-finals of the Nathaniel MG Cup with an emphatic victory against 10-man Briton Ferry Llansawel at Old Road
The Swans took an early lead through Jenkins
and were then handed a man advantage when Morgan Hutin was sent off with just 26 minutes played for an awful challenge on Mitchell Bates
who was skippering the visitors against his old club
Swansea profited with striker Davies netting and Jenkins adding his second in the final minutes of the first half
Anthony Wright’s team controlled the second half to seal progress with a minimum of fuss; Davies adding his second and Kristian Fletcher also on the scoresheet with two goals of his own as the coach enjoyed a winning return to a grassroots club he has close ties to
with plenty of midfield tussling but little in the way of a pattern
Joe Thomas sliced his effort on goal from an early Swansea corner
Ferry were unable to fully clear a cross into the box and
he made no mistake to calmly steer the ball into the bottom corner
and it took a good block to prevent Fletcher making more of a loose pass he was able to pick off deep in opposition territory
Ferry responded by forcing a series of corners
but the Swans dealt with the aerial challenge and keeper Evan Watts made a good claim to help them clear their lines
The JD Cymru South outfit’s task got more difficult when a poor challenge from Hutin on Swansea skipper Bates saw the referee immediately produce a red card
The Swans looked to press home the numerical advantage
pinning the home side deep in their own half
They lost Kai Ludvigsen to injury – Filip Lissah replacing him – but shook off the enforced change to double their lead five minutes before half-time
firing across the keeper into the bottom corner after being found in space by Liam Smith
And Swansea would further extend their lead right on the stroke of half-time
Jenkins getting Lissah’s pass out of his feet before once again applying a calm finishing touch with the final kick of the opening 45 minutes
Davies took aim from the edge of the area early in the second half
but saw his effort roll into the gloves of Ferry keeper Rhys Wilson
while Maliq Cadogan fired over from the edge of the area
Cadogan lifted a curling strike over the crossbar as the Swans dictated play
while Fletcher sent a shot on the angle straight at Wilson after being freed by good build-up down the left
Cadogan was again off target with an angled volley
while substitute Ben Lloyd was denied at the near post by Wilson
But the fourth Swansea goal would arrive with 15 minutes left as Davies got his second by converting from Sam Parker's measured ball across the box
Davies was denied by a superb save but Fletcher was on hand to put away the rebound for his seventh goal in seven games
Swansea continued to turn the screw and Fletcher added further gloss to the scoreline when he raced through on goal and rounded the keeper to get his second in quick succession
Haverfordwest County AFC make a swift return to the Ogi Bridge Meadow Stadium as we take on Briton Ferry Llansawel in our final home game of Phase One on Saturday afternoon
The Bluebirds made a winning return to Pembrokeshire on New Year’s Day as we celebrated the official opening of our new 3G pitch with a 1-0 victory over Aberystwyth Town
Dan Hawkins’ goal six minutes before half time was enough to secure the three points
The Reds were most recently in action on New Year’s Eve
when they played out a goalless draw with Barry Town United at Old Road
Ferry currently find themselves 11th in the standings
five points ahead of Aberystwyth Town and one point behind 10th place Newtown
The most recent meeting between the sides came back in October
the Bluebirds ran out 2-1 winners thanks to goals from Owain Jones and Lee Jenkins either side of Kian Jenkins’ equaliser
This fixture was originally due to take place on Friday 6 December at LHP Stadium in Carmarthen
but the adverse weather conditions caused by Storm Darragh caused the match to be postponed
Tony Pennock’s men are now guaranteed to finish Phase One in third place
in what will be our first top six finish since the top-flight restructured in 2010
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