Sport

Cabango strike seals victory as Swansea win at Sunderland

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8 months ago

April 13, 2025

SUNDERLAND 0 – 1 SWANSEA CITY
SWANSEA CITY’S resurgence under interim boss Alan Sheehan continued on Saturday (Apr 12) as a second-half goal from Ben Cabango secured a well-earned away win against play-off-bound Sunderland.

Despite Sunderland having already confirmed their place in the Championship play-offs, the Black Cats were eager to secure a top-four finish – which would guarantee a home tie in the second leg of the semi-finals. Swansea, on the other hand, came into the match in good form, having won their previous two fixtures and all but secured mid-table safety.

It was a balanced opening 45 minutes, with both teams creating chances. Sunderland had the ball in the net through Wilson Isidor, but the effort was ruled out for offside. Swansea’s Lewis O’Brien tested the home keeper on a couple of occasions, and Tommy Watson had a decent opportunity for the hosts, only to be denied by the legs of Swans’ goalkeeper Lawrence Vigouroux.

The breakthrough came just before the hour mark. A free-kick from Eom Ji-sung was met by Harry Darling, whose header crashed off the crossbar. Cabango reacted first, smashing the rebound into the roof of the net to give Swansea a deserved lead.

Sunderland pushed for an equaliser in the final half hour, with Eliezer Mayenda and Trai Hume both going close. A late penalty shout was waved away by the referee, and despite the hosts’ late pressure, Swansea held firm to claim all three points.

The result keeps Sunderland fourth in the table, 12 points ahead of Bristol City with four games remaining. Swansea move up to 12th – closer to the play-off spots than the relegation zone.

What the managers said:

Sunderland head coach, Regis Le Bris, admitted frustration: “It was a frustrating day. We didn’t create enough clear chances and struggled to find the right rhythm. Credit to Swansea – they were organised and made it difficult for us.”

Swansea City interim boss, Alan Sheehan, praised his players’ resilience: “It’s never easy playing three times in a week, but we started really positively and probably should’ve been ahead earlier. Second half, we had to dig deep and defend our box – and we did that brilliantly.”

Sport

Keeper scores 121st-minute wonder goal before saving two penalties

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4 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

Cwmamman United stun Tenby AFC in an unforgettable 3-3 thriller to reach the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup

Cwmamman Utd 3 Tenby AFC 3 (Cwm win 3–2 on pens)

AN EXTRAORDINARY cup tie unfolded at Grenig Park as Cwmamman United and Tenby AFC shared a breathless 3-3 draw, before the hosts edged through 3–2 on penalties.

Tenby struck almost instantly, with Lloyd Hughes finding the net inside the opening minute. Cwm hit back on 14 minutes when Cam Isaac produced a superb finish to level the tie, but Joe Leahy restored Tenby’s lead before the break – a goal that for long spells looked like it might settle the contest.

Deep into stoppage time, however, Cwmamman refused to accept defeat. In the 100th minute, Jackson Brereton pounced to smash home an equaliser and force extra time.

The drama only intensified. Tenby were awarded a hotly disputed penalty in the 114th minute, converted confidently by Hughes. The spot-kick also saw Cwm’s Kieran Rees – who had been excellent alongside Kai O’Donnell at the heart of the defence – shown a red card.

But with virtually the last kick of the game, Cwm’s goalkeeper Kai Rees strode forward for a final desperate attack and unleashed a stunning 25-yard volley to make it 3-3, sparking wild celebrations around the ground.

Rees was far from finished. In the decisive shootout, he produced two superb saves to secure a 3–2 penalty win and send Cwmamman United into the last sixteen of the West Wales Intermediate Cup.

Photo: Cwm goalkeeper Kai Rees.

News

South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association – Week Twelve results

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4 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

A PACKET week of fixtures in the South Pembrokeshire Short Mat Bowls Association’s Friendly League saw key wins at both ends of the table as teams continue to jostle for position going into the second half of the season.

Match results (Week 12):

Hundleton 10–0 Lamphey
Badgers 2–8 St Johns
Reynalton 0–10 Carew
Kilgetty 8–2 East Williamston
Cosheston v Llanteg – postponed
St Twynnells – bye week

A previously postponed fixture was also completed, with St Twynnells drawing 5–5 with Reynaltón.

League table (after Week 12):
East Williamston remain top, having played 10 and won eight, with a strong shots difference of +125. Reynaltón sit second after 11 games with 58 points, while St Johns and Hundleton follow closely behind on 54 points each.

At the mid-table mark, Carew (49 points), St Twynnells (48) and Kilgetty (46) remain tightly grouped. Badgers, Lamphey, Llanteg and Cosheston make up the lower order, though the number of games played varies, leaving room for movement in the coming weeks.

Full standings:

Team	P	W	D	L	S/D	Points
East Williamston	10	8	0	2	+125	72
Reynaltón	11	5	2	4	+35	58
St Johns	10	5	1	4	+32	54
Hundleton	10	5	1	4	-2	54
Carew	9	5	0	4	-25	49
St Twynnells	10	4	2	4	-34	48
Kilgetty	11	5	0	6	-44	46
Badgers	11	3	1	7	-59	45
Lamphey	11	5	0	6	-10	44
Llanteg	8	4	0	4	-5	41
Cosheston	9	3	1	5	-13	40

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Sport

Haverfordwest RFC names Team of the Week

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8 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Herald Sport

HAVERFORDWEST Rugby Football Club has announced its latest Team of the Week, celebrating standout performers from across the junior age groups following another busy weekend of fixtures.

Players from the U7s through to the U16s Eagles have been highlighted for their work rate, teamwork and commitment on the pitch, with coaches praising the effort shown by all who took part.

The club said the selections recognise not only individual performances but the dedication shown by players at training and during matches throughout the season.

Parents and supporters were quick to share their congratulations online, with particular praise for U12s players George Bentley and Tom Wheeler, who impressed during their fixture.

Team of the Week – 14 December 2025

U7s: Ollie Bromham & Arthur Slee
U8s: Theo Headland & Lyla Phillips
U9s: Theo Canton & George Thornton
U10s: Rhys Davies
U10s Eagles: Frankie Campbell
U11s: Griff Jenkins & Ollie Edwards
U12s: George Bentley & Tom Wheeler
U12s Eagles: Cyra Ellis
U15s: Logan Keane
U16s Eagles: Laura Cichon

Coaches thanked players and families for their continued support as Haverfordwest RFC moves through the winter fixtures, saying the positivity around the club remains a key part of its success.