U10s vs Cardiff Met
It was a great day out in the capital for our U10s, who came away victorious across all four games. Despite falling behind at times, they showed excellent character to bounce back against a strong Cardiff Met side.
Highlights of the day:
- Goal 1: Rhodri Francis bravely stepped out from the back, beating three players before slipping in Theo James, who finished clinically to secure our first win.
- Goal 2: Oliver Glossop picked up the ball in midfield and played Jake Thomas in behind, who fired a thunderbolt strike into the top corner from distance.
Other scorers: Xavier Saddler & Marcelo Max Keynon Reffell.
Key notes:
- The squad are building towards the upcoming FAW National Festival.
- New players have settled well and are now becoming an important part of the team.
U14s 3-1 Win vs Cardiff Met
The U14s bounced back strongly after last week’s result with a convincing win. Two early goals from James Pughe set the tone, and the boys dominated much of the first half, creating numerous chances. Rhys impressed in midfield while James also adapted well when asked to slot in at centre-back.
The third goal came from Seth Webb, whose effort from the left found the net. Cardiff Met grabbed a late consolation, but the result was never in doubt.
Scorers: James Pughe (2), Seth Webb
Next up: Carmarthen.
U15s 2-1 Win vs Cardiff Met
A strong first-half display saw the U15s play dominant football with great intensity off the ball. Goals from Owen Rakes and Luke Edwards gave Barry control of the match.
Cardiff Met scored late to create a nervy finish, but we defended well and saw the game out to secure an impressive win.
Scorers: Owen Rakes, Luke Edwards
U16s 3-4 Loss vs Cardiff Met
The U16s fell narrowly short in a seven-goal thriller. Despite conceding too many early on, they showed great fight in the second half and finished strongly, pushing hard until the end.
Scorers: Ollie Guthrie, Rio Fofana, Ben Dosomah
U19s 1-3 Loss vs Cardiff Met
In a fiercely contested home derby, the U19s saw an early opener ruled out for offside before Cardiff Met capitalised with two goals against the run of play. Barry fought back through Joe Case, who scored a superb goal to notch his ninth goal in eight games.
The game was tighter than the scoreline suggests, but Cardiff Met were more clinical and added a late free-kick to seal it.
Scorer: Joe Case