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How to watch Bute Energy Welsh Cup final

1 day ago | faw.cymru | Mark Pitman

Wrexham and Cardiff City will once again go head-to-head in the Bute Energy Welsh Cup Final on Sunday 27 April (KO 17:15) at Rodney Parade. The game is a repeat of last season’s final, when goals from Rhianne Oakley and Emma Beynon earned a 2-0 win for Cardiff City. Here is all the pre-match insight to get you ready for the final.
Penygraig United glory the perfect swansong for veteran defender

6 days ago | faw.cymru | Mark Pitman

Penygraig United have been the story of the Dragon Signs Amateur Trophy this season and veteran defender Mark Crutch believes the team from the sixth tier can still go one step further and lift the trophy this weekend. “It’s going to be a tough game,” said Crutch to FAW.cymru this week. “Let’s make no bones about it. We’re expecting a tough game, but we’ve had this underdog mentality right the way through the competition.
Why Port Talbot Town is more than a club to Richard Ryan

1 week ago | faw.cymru | Mark Pitman

Port Talbot Town manager Richard Ryan was on best man duty at a wedding as his side defeated Trearddur Bay in the semi-final of the Dragon Signs Amateur Trophy, but will be back in the dugout for the final on Saturday as his side take on Penygraig United at Ynys Park, Trefelin (KO 17.15). “I was kicking every ball and I turned my phone off in the end,” Ryan explained to FAW.cymru this week.
Penygraig United

1 week ago | faw.cymru | Mark Pitman

Port Talbot Town and Penygraig United will look to lift the Dragon Signs Amateur Trophy for the first time on Saturday 19 April as they head to Ynys Park, Trefelin for the final that will be streamed live on YouTube and RedWall+ (5.15pm). Port Talbot Town currently compete in the South Wales Premier League Premier Division (tier four) while Penygraig United are two divisions below, making their appearance in the final all the more impressive.
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.
Special Report: Cymru Talent ID – Part 2 - FAW

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Mark Pitman

There’s a huge year ahead for the Cymru national team as Rhian Wilkinson’s squad prepare to head to EURO 2025 this summer and compete at the finals of a major tournament for the very first time. But while stars like Jess Fishlock, Sophie Ingle and captain Angharad James will make the headlines in Switzerland, the progression and development of the next generation is very much in Wilkinson’s mind as teenagers like Mayzee Davies and Mared Griffiths look to establish themselves in the senior squad.
2025 Bute Energy U16s Cup Final: Match Preview

2 weeks ago | faw.cymru | Mark Pitman

Cardiff Wanderers and Pontypridd United head to The CCB Centre For Sport Excellence in Ystrad Mynach on Sunday 13 April for the 2025 Bute Energy U16s Cup Final (KO 14:00). It was this time last year that Cardiff Wanderers claimed the trophy with a 4-0 victory over Kinmel Bay at Latham Park, Newtown.
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.