Olly Allen

Cardiff

National Game Media and Marketing Executive at Football Association of Wales

⚽️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 National Game Media & Marketing Executive @FAWales. Views are my own.

Articles

Pontypridd United win Bute Energy U16s Cup

1 week ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

Substitutions proved key as Pontypridd United lifted the Bute Energy U16s Cup after a 2-1 victory over last season’s winners Cardiff Wanderers. After a goalless first half, Ayla Harris was introduced at the break for Ponty and found the opening goal on 56 minutes. There was an immediate response from Wanderers however as Hope Rees equalised six minutes later.
Cardiff Wanderers aim to complete stunning season with Bute Energy U16s Cup win

1 week ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

Cardiff Wanderers are looking for their second straight Bute Energy U16s Cup title on Sunday, and if you’re looking at current form, they certainly look like they can retain their crown. After victories over Canton, Rosehill, and Fairwater, Wanderers were drawn against Porth Harlequins in the semis. They went behind after a minute, but coach Ross Powell wasn’t worried, and was confident his side would rally back.
Pontypridd showcase talent pathway ahead of U16s Cup Final

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

This will be Louisa Hayhurst’s final season as coach of Pontypridd United’s U16 squad and it could have a real fairytale ending. The Dragons had some big wins on their way to the semi-finals of the Bute Energy U16s Cup, where they were drawn away against The New Saints. The Oswestry-based side are known to have a very reputable women and girl’s setup, but Ponty did enough to come away with a 4-2 win, a victory that felt bigger than most according to the manager.
Appeals Body Decision: UEFA & Tier 1 Women’s Club Licence

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

The Appeals Body (AB) met today (10 April) to assess and consider the appeals submitted as a result of the First Instance Body decisions made for the UEFA & Tier 1 Women’s Club Licence on 27 March 2025. The FAW received two appeals from Wrexham and Cascade YC who were refused their Tier 1 Women’s Club Licence. Both clubs were successful in their appeal and have been granted their Tier 1 Licence for the 2025/26 season.
Haverfordwest County win FAW Youth Cup

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

Haverfordwest County won the FAW Youth Cup for the first time in their history following a 2-1 win over Caernarfon Town at Park Avenue. All three goals came in an entertaining first half in Aberystwyth, with both sides backed by impressive contingents of support from opposite ends of the country.
Haverfordwest aim to make Pembrokeshire proud in FAW Youth Cup

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

The future bodes well for academy prospects across Pembrokeshire as Haverfordwest County bid to win the FAW Youth Cup for the first time in history on Sunday against Caernarfon Town. County, who have reached the final for the first time, have enjoyed a promising campaign that leaves them on the cusp of silverware ahead of their trip to Park Avenue (KO 13:00).
Caernarfon championing 'Un Clwb' motto ahead of FAW Youth Cup final

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

Caernarfon Town head into the FAW Youth Cup final on Sunday with the club’s ‘Un Clwb’ philosophy at the forefront of their minds. The young Cofis will face Haverfordwest County at Park Avenue in Aberystwyth (KO 13:00), where they’ll be supported by two traveling coaches, eager to claim the trophy for the first time. “It’s a proud town,” says academy coach Darren Thomas, who should not be confused with his Cofi footballing namesake. “The locals have arranged two buses to travel and support the team.
Dragon Signs Amateur Trophy final to be held at Ynys Park

3 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

Ynys Park in Trefelin will host this season’s Dragon Signs Amateur Trophy final between Port Talbot Town and Penygraig United. The final will take place on Saturday 19 April, with kick-off at 5pm. It promises to be an enthralling contest in south Wales, with both clubs remarkably reaching the final despite sitting outside the Ardal Leagues.
Club Licensing: UEFA & FAW Women’s Tier 1 decisions

4 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

The First Instance Body (FIB) met today (27 March) to assess and consider the UEFA and FAW Women’s Tier 1 applications. Nine of the 11 applications for a Tier 1 licence have been successful, including seven of the current Genero Adran Premier clubs and two clubs in Tier 2. In addition, six of the Genero Adran Premier clubs achieved a UEFA Licence.
Port Talbot and Penygraig United reach Amateur Trophy final

1 month ago | faw.cymru | Olly Allen

This season’s Dragon Signs Amateur Trophy final will be an all-south Wales affair between Port Talbot Town and Penygraig United after both sides caused upsets in the semi-finals. Fourth tier Port Talbot stunned Ardal North West side Trearddur Bay with a 3-1 win at Park Avenue thanks to a brace from Jordan Edwards. The 31-year-old opened the scoring in the 21st minute and that remained the difference for most of the match, until substitute Aidan Chappell smith doubled the advantage on 81 minutes.