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Freak goal and double penalty miss costs Bluebirds on Halloween

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10 years ago

November 1, 2014

Tom Sinclair

Jordan Follows missed two penalties for the Bluebirds

A FREAK goal and two late penalty misses cost the Bluebirds all three points on Friday as they had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Afan Lido.

Jordan Follows could have settled it for the home side but after his first penalty was saved the referee ordered a re-take for encroachment by the Afan players.

However he sent the second penalty wide to let Afan Lido off the hook.

The visitors also survived the late sending off of Callum Bowden to earn themselves a point.

Rain and wind prior to the match had not made conditions easy at the Bridge Meadow but it was Haverfordwest started the brighter of the two teams.

The closest the home side came was when Chris O’Sullivan saw his free kick fly harmlessly over in the fifth minute.

Afan Lido threatened briefly when Josh Webber cut inside but he saw his shot blocked away for a corner.

The Blues began to dominate and went close when Jordan Follows saw a shot go narrowly wide but just moments later the Bluebirds finally took the lead.

An error at the back let Luke Borelli in and he took the ball round the keeper before shooting low into the net to make it 1-0.

Declan Carroll then chipped the ball through for Follows but the striker could not take it cleanly and the chance was gone.

In keeping with Halloween night, a freak goal then got Afan Lido back in the game.

Ross Hudson spotted keeper Wyn Walters off his line and his audacious attempt from out on the right wing looped all the way in to the net to make it 1-1.

The Blues looked to regain the lead and they almost did five minutes before half time when Follows crossed for Borelli but his low drive was well saved by Lido keeper Rory McCreesh.

The Bluebirds continued to dominate in the second half and they were inches away from taking the lead but after Carroll cut inside his shot whistled just over the bar.

Captain Dale Griffiths and Sean Pemberton both saw headers saved and frustration began to set in for the home side.

Keeper Wyn Walters had to be alert at the other end as the wind almost caught him off guard but he clawed away a free kick before also being tested with another ball into the box.

Then with just over ten minutes to go the Blues were given a penalty when the tricky Carroll was brought down.

Follows stepped up but saw his penalty magnificently saved by McCreesh only for the referee to order a re-take as he had spotted Afan Lido players encroaching into the area.

Callum Bowden was the player penalised by the referee and was shown a yellow card.

However, Follows sent his second spot kick wide of the left post and Afan Lido breathed a sigh of relief.

Bowden then received his second yellow eight minutes from time for a late tackle but he was dismayed at the decision as he was convinced the ball had gone out earlier in the move.

The Blues pushed on but they could not find a winner meaning they would have to settle for a point.

Manager Wayne Jones was disappointed with the result saying: “Everyone here tonight could see we had enough chances to win the game. All credit to them (Afan Lido), I thought they sat back deep and they made it hard for us to break them down.

“At the end of they day it is still another point, we’ve got to be positive, we had plenty of chances, two spot kicks, you’ve got to put them away, but their keeper’s pulled off three really good saves.

“It just wasn’t to be tonight, Halloween hit us hard”.

The Blues will look to get back to winning ways when they take on Ryhader Town in the Welsh League Cup next Saturday.

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Devonald’s hat-trick secures St Ishmaels’ dominant win over Herbrandston

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2 days ago

December 18, 2024

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Herbrandston 0 – St Ishmaels 6

BRENNAN DEVONALD delivered a masterclass as St Ishmaels thrashed Herbrandston 6-0, with the skipper leading from the front and scoring a stunning hat-trick. The comprehensive victory propels St Ishmaels to eighth in the league table, while Herbrandston remain rooted to the bottom without a single point.

The visitors asserted their dominance from the outset. Devonald opened the scoring in the 9th minute, latching onto a pinpoint assist from Owen Lawrence. He doubled their lead just before halftime in the 40th minute, again set up by Lawrence, giving St Ishmaels a comfortable cushion at the break.

St Ishmaels maintained their momentum in the second half, adding four more goals to cap off a stellar team performance. Adam Kingsbeer’s clever play set up Ieuan Hawkins for the third, before Tom Williams capitalised on another opportunity to make it 4-0. Devonald sealed his hat-trick in the 85th minute with an expertly taken goal, and Joel Mills added the finishing touch in the dying moments, courtesy of an assist from Sol Goodall.

Team line-ups

Herbrandston: Adrian Rees, Oliver Robinson, Ethan Chalker, Scott Findlay, Dean John (Captain), Harley Barrett, Gedion Hockin, Leon Whatling, Scott Gillespie, Cian Davenport. Subs: Leo Duncan, Jacob James, Nico Cockrell.

St Ishmaels: Owen Thomas, Sol Goodall, Owen Lawrence, Finley Armstrong, Brennan Devonald (Captain), Adam Kingsbeer, Ieuan Hawkins, Joel Mills, Tom Williams, Daniel Coe, Nathan Thomas. Subs: Max Howells, Tyler Sheil.

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Dominant wins for Pembrokeshire sides in West Wales Intermediate Cup round 3

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2 days ago

December 18, 2024

Herald Sport

Goodwick United 7-0 Carew

Goodwick United put on a commanding performance with a 7-0 triumph over Carew. The home side proved too powerful for their opponents, with Rhys Dalling and Rhys Jones each bagging two goals. Matty Delaney, Will Haworth, and Daniel Bryce also got their names on the scoresheet. As one of Pembrokeshire’s top teams, Goodwick will aim to build on this dominant win as they progress to the next round.

Hakin United 13-0 Clydach Sports

Hakin United were in ruthless form as they dispatched Clydach Sports 13-0. Jack Britton led the charge with an impressive five-goal haul, while Liam Parks netted a hat-trick. Jack Griffiths, Jay Kilby, Kieran King, Justin Harding, and Mason Dolling all contributed to the comprehensive scoreline. Hakin, one of the premier teams in Pembrokeshire, will be keen to continue their pursuit of the cup after this emphatic victory.

Merlins Bridge 7-3 Treboeth United

Merlins Bridge secured a thrilling 7-3 victory over Treboeth United in an exciting encounter. Nathan Evans was the star of the show, scoring a hat-trick, while Tom Jago, Jason Griffiths, Hayden Dimond, and Ashton Plunkett all found the back of the net. Treboeth’s Liam Manning, Cori Jones, and Matthew Colley fought valiantly but could not prevent the home side from taking the win. Merlins Bridge will be pleased with their attacking display and will look to build on this result.

Monkton Swifts 5-4 Clarbeston Road

In a dramatic local derby, Monkton Swifts edged out Clarbeston Road 5-4 in a high-scoring affair. Dylan Davies was the standout performer with four goals, and Liam Butland added another. Clarbeston Road fought hard with goals from Laurie Haworth, Matthew Davies, Greg Brown, and Ben John, but it was the Swifts who held on to secure the victory. Monkton will be happy to progress after such a closely contested match.

Neyland 1-2 Cwm Wanderers

Neyland were narrowly defeated 2-1 by Cwm Wanderers in a closely contested match. Ben Gale scored for Neyland, but goals from Joseff Shaw and Corey Raven-Sayce gave the visitors the edge. Despite a valiant effort from Neyland, Cwm Wanderers held firm to secure the win and advance to the next round.

Plough Colts 0-2 Pennar Robins

Pennar Robins comfortably saw off Plough Colts 2-0, with Kieran Smith and Jamie Wilkes scoring the goals. Pennar demonstrated their class and will look to carry this momentum forward into the next round.

Tenby 2-0 Blaen-y-Maes

Tenby continued their fine form with a 2-0 victory over Blaen-y-Maes. Sam Butler and Scott Ferney were on target for Tenby, who have been one of the most impressive sides this season. This win further cements Tenby’s status as one of the top contenders in the competition.

Analysis:

Pembrokeshire’s leading teams, Goodwick United and Hakin United, demonstrated their superiority with commanding wins, while Tenby showed their credentials with a solid 2-0 victory. With such dominant performances, Goodwick and Hakin are likely to be among the favourites to claim the title, with Tenby also emerging as a serious contender in this year’s West Wales Intermediate Cup.

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Thrills and dominance: Narberth shine in 6-1 victory

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2 days ago

December 18, 2024

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Broad Haven 4-4 Solva

In an exhilarating, high-scoring encounter, Broad Haven played out a 4-4 draw with Solva. Marco Valentine netted twice for Broad Haven, with Owen Sheppard and Shane Howells also getting on the scoresheet. Solva responded through Josh Bland, who scored a hat-trick, and Lucas Price, ensuring the points were shared in this thrilling clash.

Camrose 1-3 Fishguard Sports

Fishguard Sports claimed a 3-1 victory over Camrose, with a clinical display of attacking play. Andrew John scored the only goal for Camrose, but Fishguard’s offensive strength proved overwhelming. Anthony Couzens, Luke Thomas, and Ieuan Llewellyn all found the net to guide their side to victory.

Carew II 0-2 Hakin United II

Hakin United II earned a solid 2-0 win over Carew II. Rowan Dixon and Tom Edmonds were the scorers for the visitors, with Carew struggling to break down Hakin’s defense. It was a well-executed performance that saw Hakin advance with all three points.

Johnston P-P Merlins Bridge II

The match between Johnston and Merlins Bridge II was postponed, with no further details available at the time of writing.

Lawrenny 1-6 Narberth

Narberth cruised to a commanding 6-1 victory over Lawrenny. Owen James scored the lone goal for Lawrenny, but Narberth’s attacking prowess was on full display as Steffan Williams scored twice, and Ashley Williams, Chris Brown, Conor Bowen, and Ryan Williams each found the back of the net in a comprehensive win.

Analysis:

The 14th December 2024 fixtures saw a blend of thrilling draws and dominant victories. Broad Haven and Solva shared the spoils in an action-packed 4-4 draw, while Fishguard Sports, Hakin United II, and Narberth all secured convincing wins. Narberth’s 6-1 triumph over Lawrenny was the standout result of the day, highlighting their attacking firepower.