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Barry Town will round up their league campaign against Briton Ferry on Saturday with a final outing at Jenner Park before the playoffs. The Town clinched the 7^th playoff spot last time out with a 2-0 victory away to Connah’s Quay Nomads and by doing so buried the only team that were close enough to catch them. Goals from Ben Williams-Margetson and Ieuan Owen respectively nullified the Nomads and provided Barry with breathing room to prepare for the playoff fixture on the 26^th of April.

Their opponents have not yet been confirmed, but they will face whoever finishes fourth in the Cymru Premier Championship Conference away from home.

The occasion will be made even more special after the recent news of captain Kayne McLaggon announcing that he will be leaving the club after an unforgettable eight seasons with the Town. Kayne has scored an incredible 128 goals in 245 appearances and has been a crucial part in Barry achieving European qualification twice. Saturday will mark Kayne’s final home game of his illustrious Jenner Park career and everyone at the club would like to thank him for his unwavering commitment. You can read more on the news here – Captain. Leader. Legend.

The prospect of three wins on the spin awaits the Town and hopes will be high with a strong record of four games unbeaten against this weekend’s opponents. Briton Ferry are coming off the back of a 2-1 loss at home to Flint Town and sit in fourth place, 17 points behind Barry.

McLaggon will look to finish his season strongly after scoring his fourth of the season two games ago at Flint Town. Player of the Month nominee Ieuan Owen has also excelled as of late, bagging five goals in his last five games and notably found the back of the net in the last meeting between the two sides.

With the playoff spot secured, spirits will be high at Jenner Park on Saturday.

Don’t forget there will also be a Family Fun Day taking place from 11:30-16:45 with lots of exciting activities for all ages!

Tickets available via Fanbase!

Match Preview | Barry Town United vs Connah’s Quay Nomads | 13.04.25

By Archie Tooth

Barry Town hit the road for the final time this campaign with a trip to Connah’s Quay on Sunday.

The Town looks to extend its lead at the top of the relegation playoff, currently five points clear of this weekend’s opponents, who sit on 41 points.

With playoff football at stake, a draw or better would see Barry clinch a spot in the post-season tournament, making European football the ultimate prize. A feat not reached since the 2003/04 season.

Recent Form

The Town come into their penultimate fixture off the back of three wins in five games.

A notable 4-3 stoppage time win over Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC back in early March propelled the side into an action-packed month, earning wins over Aberystwyth Town (2-1) and most recently Newtown (2-1).

Our opposition overcame Llanelli in the semifinals of the FAW Welsh Cup in mid-March as they were on a four-game unbeaten streak; before Briton Ferry edged them out in a tight 1-0 win just before the turn of the month.

Key Players

Forward Ieuan Owen had an impressive March for the Town, where he scored four and assisted two, rightfully shortlisting himself for the Cymru Premier Player of the Month award.

Speaking on his form, Ieuan Owen said: “I’ve been really impressed with myself if I’m being honest.

“It’s gone from me not playing much to starting, and I knew that once I’d get the opportunity, I could show what I’m capable of.”

Rhys Hughes has been the Nomads’ star player this campaign, tied first in the race for the Golden Boot with 14 goals.

Barry’s Ollie Hulbert is sat just one behind the midfielder in the race, who’s poised to claim the individual award come the end of the season.

Last Time Out

In the reverse fixture, the Town fell to a 2-0 defeat at Jenner Park, Noah Edwards broke the deadlock just before the interval, with teammate Sam Durrant adding a second in the 91^st minute.

Phase One of the Cymru Premier saw the Town claim the league double over Connah’s Quay, a 2-1 win away in early September, before a thrilling 3-2 win at home in November.

Stats Spotlight

Since his arrival to the Town, wingback Owen Cuddihy has notched four assists in five starts for the club, three of which came in the memorable comeback win over Ferry.

Forward Ollie Hulbert netted both goals in our 2-1 away win against Connah’s Quay in September, both coming in the second half.

Liam Armstrong has 12 consecutive starts for Barry between the sticks, in that time he has registered two clean sheets.

Connah’s Rhys Hughes netted twice in their 3-2 defeat to the Town in early November, scoring in the 58^th and 85^th minute.