MATCH REPORTS

Aberystwyth Town Women produced a dramatic late comeback to secure a thrilling 4–3 victory over Barry Town United Women in a classic final-day encounter in the Genero Adran Premier at Aberystwyth University Park Avenue. Credit: Steve Williams The hosts made a perfect start, taking the lead inside just three minutes. Carys Bufton was quickest to react inside the box, finishing from close range with a poacher’s effort to give Aber an early advantage. Barry responded almost imme

Aber Town ended their home season with what could prove a crucial draw against Llantwit Major AFC at Aberystwyth University Park Avenue Stadium. Things were looking good when Piers Juliff opened the scoring in the 11th minute, but the visitors replied through Josh Jones (38 mins) and Jack Bevan (45+2). Calvin Smith’s 80th-minute equaliser was well deserved and ensured the points were shared. The attendance was boosted by a fantastic event for ex-players in the clubhouse, with

Aberystwyth Town Women delivered an outstanding attacking performance to claim a convincing 4–1 victory over Pontypridd United Women, with a clinical first-half display setting the tone at Aberystwyth University Park Avenue. Credit: Steve Williams The hosts made a dream start, taking the lead early on with a superb piece of team play. Shauna Chambers incisive, line-breaking pass found Amy Jenkins, who showed excellent vision to lift a perfectly weighted ball over the defence.

Aber Town fell to a narrow defeat at home to resurgent Afan Lido FC yesterday, as John Hall’s 59th-minute goal decided a match short on quality. Ben Davies hit the post for Aber who went close on a couple of other occasions, but Lee Surman’s men held on for the three points. On the first day of summer, a chilly wind blew in from the Ceredigion coast, belying otherwise sunny conditions, and the hosts started in promising fashion. Ben Davies flashed a volley inches wide in the

Aberystwyth Town Women earned a hard-fought point on the road as they drew 1-1 with Briton Ferry Llansawel Women, producing a strong second-half response after an early setback. The hosts made a bright start and took the lead inside five minutes, with Jess Denscombe finding the net to give Briton Ferry an early advantage. It was a challenging opening for Aberystwyth away from home, but the side remained composed and looked to settle into the contest. The remainder of the firs

On a balmy day in picturesque Clydach Vale above the Rhondda Valley, Aber Town lost 2–0 to already promoted Cambrian United, but competed well and came close to an equaliser before a late second goal killed the contest. Liam Eason opened the scoring for the home side in the 24th minute, then in the second half substitute Rackeem Reid was denied a penalty and Owain Evans went inches wide before Josh Allen doubled the lead four minutes from time. The inimitable Southsiders were

Aberystwyth Town Women fell to a 3–0 defeat at home to Briton Ferry Llansawel Women, in a match where the scoreline didn’t fully reflect the effort shown, particularly after the break. The visitors took the lead in the 28th minute when Lucy Powell converted from the penalty spot. It was a setback for Aber in what had been a competitive opening, with both sides looking to settle into the game. Credit: FAW After halftime, Aberystwyth responded well and began to take control of

Clinical Aber Town returned to form, earning a big win at home to Trethomas Bluebirds thanks to a double from Owain Evans (15 and 33 mins) and a third goal from Calvin Smith (57 mins). Brave Trethomas battled right to the end and played their full part, but the injury- and suspension-ravaged Black and Greens did brilliantly to earn a significant victory at a sunny Aberystwyth University Park Avenue Stadium. Aberystwyth University student Ernie Andrews came into the side for a

The Black and Greens again fell to a four-goal defeat away to champions-elect Trefelin BGC, as a red card and three penalties swung the game decisively the way of the hosts. Tyler Brock opened the scoring in the fifth minute, and a competitive contest followed until Leo Thompson was sent off after 53 minutes. Luke Bowen added two more from the spot (67 and 90+1 mins), and Kostya Georgievsky (78 mins) turned the knife on a difficult day for the Seasiders. Jamie Edwards / FAW I

Aberystwyth Town Women secured their Genero Adran Premier status with a historic 5–0 victory away to Pontypridd United Women, recording their biggest win in the competition and confirming their place in the top flight for next season. Credit: Andrew Orchard/FAW Aber made the perfect start and broke the deadlock in just the 5th minute with a well-worked corner routine. Shauna Chambers delivered an excellent ball into the area which was met powerfully by Amy Jenkins, whose hea

Despite attracting a fantastic crowd of 401 to Aberystwyth University Park Avenue Stadium, Aber Town suffered their heaviest Cymru South defeat of the season yesterday, going down 4–0 to promotion rivals Caerau Ely AFC. The visitors were ahead inside eight minutes through Oliver Redhead and turned the screw in the second half through Liam Bishop (59 and 66 mins) and Tim Parker (71 mins), leaving the Black and Greens glum at full time. Credit: FAW On a pleasant afternoon, a pr

Aber Town’s great run of wins came to an end at Recreation Ground Ammanford last night, as Ammanford AFC reclaimed third place with a 2–1 victory. Daniel John opened the scoring for the hosts in the 11th minute, but Town equalised in first-half injury time through Johnny Evans’ header. Town started the second half well, but the game swung on a 67th-minute penalty decision, and Matthew Delaney dispatched the kick to earn the home win. Credit: FAW The Black and Greens came into

Aberystwyth Town Women endured a frustrating afternoon in South Wales as they suffered a 3–0 defeat away to Barry Town United Women, with a difficult second half overshadowing an encouraging and resilient first-half performance. Credit: Jamie Edwards/FAW From the opening whistle, the Seasiders showed strong organisation and defensive discipline, setting up with a compact shape and working hard to frustrate the hosts. Barry enjoyed spells of possession and created several shoo

Aber Town stormed into the JD Cymru South promotion places with another narrow victory at home to Treowen Stars yesterday — their fourth in a row. Although the visitors dominated for long periods, crucial goals from Jonny Evans (79 mins and a penalty on 88 mins) put the hosts in charge. Jordan Needs was sent off for the Stars, who then pulled one back through Craig McDonnell (90+2 minutes). Calvin Smith was sent off for the Black and Greens in the aftermath of that goal, but

Aberystwyth Town Women delivered a committed and resilient performance at Park Avenue, pushing a strong Cardiff City Women side throughout a match that was shown live on S4C streaming services. In front of a fantastic home crowd, Aber started brightly and with real discipline, working tirelessly to close down space and frustrate a Cardiff side known for their technical quality. The visitors enjoyed much of the possession but found clear opportunities hard to come by, thanks t

Aber Town recorded a third consecutive 1–0 away win at Evans Bevans Field, Baglan, on Saturday with Richie Ricketts’ 76th-minute strike from the edge of the area proving the decisive moment in a tight contest. Heavy pre-match rainfall made the pitch difficult to play on, but once again Craig Williams’ men worked hard to find a way through, and now sit just one point off third place in the JD Cymru South with ten games remaining. The only change to Aber’s line-up from Newport

The Black and Greens earned a huge win away in Gwent yesterday, becoming the first visiting team to win at Spytty Park this season, as Tom Mason’s 55th-minute strike sent them up into the top five. Town played well and confidently throughout, have now won three and drawn one of new manager Craig Williams’ five matches in charge, and look to be hitting form at a good time in the season. In front of yet another superb Southsiders turnout, Aber made a promising start. Jonny Evan

Aberystwyth Town Women showed character and control as they battled to a dramatic 2–2 draw against Briton Ferry Llansawel Women on Thursday 22 January, with a stoppage-time free kick rescuing a deserved point for the Seasiders. Geraint Nicholas / FAW Aberystwyth made a bright and positive start, pressing aggressively from the opening exchanges and setting the tempo early on. Their approach paid dividends in the 17th minute when excellent pressing forced an error at the back.

Zach McKenzie’s dramatic late winner earned a huge victory for Aber Town against resilient Cardiff Dracs yesterday, as the Black and Greens came out on top after a five-goal thriller. Jonathan Evans gave Town the perfect start after three minutes, but Luke Davies equalised with a 21st-minute free-kick. Tom Mason put Aber back in front four minutes before the break, but Harry Treharne’s 89th-minute equaliser looked to have broken home hearts, only for McKenzie to strike deep i

In front of a bumper Bank Holiday crowd, the Black and Greens were inches away from a huge win, but in the end had to settle for a point at home to Carmarthen Town despite a really positive performance. Luke Cummings put the visitors ahead in the fifth minute, only for Calvin Smith to equalise with an outstanding shot from 35 yards seven minutes after the break. Aber could have won it late on through Jonny Evans’ volley, but Carmarthen blocked the shot and claimed a share of