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MATCH PREVIEW – BARRY TOWN UNITED VS TRETHOMAS BLUEBIRDS AFC

Barry Town United’s pre-season campaign continues as The Town host Trethomas Bluebirds at Jenner Park on Tuesday evening. 

The Town are looking to continue their good pre-season form after wins in the last three friendlies. With the opening day of the Novira Cymru Premier season looming, The Town will look to once again impress in front of the Jenner Park faithful. 

The Town have so far beaten Goytre United 1-2, Goytre FC 3-1 and Yate Town AFC 0-1, Steve Jenkins’ men will look to make it 4 from 4 on a warm summer’s night in Barry.

New Signings

So far this summer, Barry Town have made five new signings who will all be looking to impress and gel with the squad over the next few weeks before the new season kicks off on July 31st.

All five of the new summer signings have already made their debuts for the club, with Sion Spence and Elliott Dugan already getting on the scoresheet in the first two friendlies. Dugan who has featured in and around the Cymru Premier with Haverfordwest and Connah’s Quay Nomads, will look to bring his goal-scoring prowess to Jenner Park this season. 

Spence, who arrived after leaving Gloucester City, is a familiar face around Barry, with a loan spell back in 2019. Sion has featured for Bristol Rovers, Crystal Palace Under 23’s and Havant & Waterlooville before returning to Jenner Park on a permanent deal.

Jack Shaw joined the club after spells at Trethomas Bluebirds, Llantwit Major and Penybont. The midfielder has received some high praise from fans of his former clubs and will look to break into the side with the new season around the corner.

Jaydn Crosbie was our fourth signing of the summer, joining the club after leaving Dorchester Town. The 22-year-old will bolster the attacking presence for Barry Town over the next few weeks and over the new season. 

Our latest signing is Trinidad & Tobago international James Lester. The young defender joined the club after leaving Llanelli Town. James will be looking to contribute towards the backline this season.

The Opposition

Last season, Trethomas Bluebirds finished 13th in the Cymru South with a total of 29 points. The Bluebirds will be aiming to improve on last season’s standings and potentially reach the Novira Cymru Premier in the near future.

Over the past few seasons, Trethomas Bluebirds have finished as runners-up in the 24/25 Cymru South season, won the FAW Amateur Trophy in the 22/23 season, and won the Ardal Southern Cup in the 21/22 season.

Former Cardiff City striker Michael Chopra recently came out of retirement to join The Bluebirds, who will hope to add his historic attacking prowess to the side. 

Last Time Out

17/09/24 – Trethomas Bluebirds 1-4 Barry Town United – Nathaniel MG Cup 24/25

Match Details

DATE – Tuesday 14th July

GROUND – Jenner Park Stadium

KICK OFF – 19:45

TICKETS – Available on FanBase – https://app.fanbaseclub.com/Fan/Tickets/ChooseQuantity?ticketId=9779&fixtureId=18925

Novira Cymru Premier Fixtures 2026/27 Phase 1

Our fixtures for the new look 16 team Novira Cymru Premier have been officially revealed this morning.

We begin our campaign at the end of July when we welcome Cymru South runners up Cambrian United to Jenner Park Stadium.

Our first match of August sees us hit the road for the first time in 26/27 when we travel North to Flint.

Rhys Griffiths will bring his Penybont side to Barry on Boxing Day before we head to Cardiff to take on Cardiff Met on New Years Eve.

The New Saints are the last visitors to Jenner Park in Phase One with Craig Harrison’s side making the trip on March 19th.

We conclude phase one on the road at Trefelin BGC on March 26th.

FULL FIXTURE LIST

July

Friday 31st  – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Cambrian United 

August

Friday 7th – 19:45 – Flint Town United vs Barry Town

Friday 14th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Cardiff Met

Friday 21st – 19:45 – Holywell Town vs Barry Town United

Friday 28th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Airbus UK Broughton

Monday 31st – 14:30 – Briton Ferry Llansawel vs Barry Town United

September 

Friday 4th – 19:45 – The New Saints vs Barry Town United

Friday 11th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Llandudno

Tuesday 15th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Ammanford

Friday 18th – 19:45 – Colwyn Bay vs Barry Town United

Saturday 26th – 14:30 – Barry Town United vs Connah’s Quay Nomads

October

Sat 3rd – 14:30 – Caernarfon Town vs Barry Town United

Friday 9th – 19:45 – Penybont vs Barry Town United

Friday 23rd – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Haverfordwest County

Friday 30th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Trefelin BGC

November

Friday 6th – 19:45 – Cambrian United vs Barry Town United

Friday 20th – 19:45 – Llandudno vs Barry Town United

Friday 27th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Caernarfon Town

December 

Saturday 5th – 14:30 – Barry Town United vs Colwyn Bay

Friday 18th – 19:45 – Ammanford vs Barry Town United

Saturday 26th – 12:00 – Barry Town United vs Penybont

Thursday 31st – 12:30 – Cardiff Met vs Barry Town United

January

Friday 22nd – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Flint Town United

February 

Friday 5th – 19:45 – Airbus UK Broughton vs Barry Town United

Friday 12th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Holywell Town

Friday 19th – 19:45 – Connah’s Quay Nomads vs Barry Town United

Friday 26th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs Briton Ferry Llansawel

March

Friday 12th – 19:45 – Haverfordwest County vs Barry Town United

Friday 19th – 19:45 – Barry Town United vs The New Saints

Friday 26th – 19:45 – Trefelin BGC vs Barry Town United

*All fixtures subject to change

Retained List 2026/2027 Season

Barry Town United are pleased to announce our retained player list for the 2026/2027 season. Barry Town United would like to thank all players for their efforts and endeavour during this historical season and wish the players moving on all the best in their future.

Players Under Contract:

George Ratcliffe

Joseph Thomas

Michael George

Callum Sainty

Keston Davies

Will Richards

Ellis Williams

Owen Cuddihy

Daniel Barton

Rhys Schwank

Theo Wharton

Daniel Smith

Joshua Bernard

Players invited back fro Pre Season:

Joseph Beynon

Callum Huggins

Players Departing the club:

Ollie Hulbert

Ieuan Owen

Ben Margetson

Players Retiring:

Robbie Willmott

Ryan Kavanagh

Players returning to parent club:

Keenan Patten

Jac Norris

Club will continue to support:

Eliot Richards

Ieuan Owen departs for Kilmarnock FC

Ieuan Owen has departed the club to join Scottish Premiership side Kilmarnock FC for an undisclosed fee following the release clause in his contract being met.

Ieuan has agreed personal terms with Kilmarnock and will complete the move over the coming days.

During his time at the club, Ieuan made a huge impact and will be remembered fondly by everyone. His standout moment came in the Nathaniel MG Cup, where his two goals played a decisive role in securing the club’s first top-flight silverware in over two decades – an historic achievement that will long live in our memories. Ieuan appeared 74 time for the Town scoring 27 goals across his time here at the club and always bought into what it meant to be a Barry Town United player providing coaching sessions in our community and working closely with our academy age groups.

Whilst there is disappointment to see him move on, this transfer reflects the club’s continued commitment to developing young talent and supporting players when opportunities arise to progress into professional football.

Everyone at the club would like to thank Ieuan for everything he has given during his time here and wish him every success in the next stage of his career in the knowledge that Ieuan can always call Jenner Park, home.

Good Luck young man!

Ollie Hulbert departs the Town

Barry Town United can confirm that Ollie Hulbert will depart the club as he embarks on a new chapter in his career.

A valued member of the squad throughout his time at Jenner Park, Ollie has been a key figure in the club’s recent success. Across 107 appearances, he scored 51 goals and provided 13 assists, playing a pivotal role in helping the Town lift the Nathaniel MG Cup and secure our first top-flight silverware in over two decades.

Ollie has given everything for the shirt and leaves with gratitude and the best wishes of everyone connected at the club.

Thank you for your efforts, Ollie, and good luck in the future.

Barry Town United AFC awarded Tier 1 & UEFA Licence for 2026/27 season

Barry Town United AFC are delighted to confirm that the First Instance Body has warded the club its UEFA Men’s Club Licence and its FAW Men’s Tier 1 Licence ahead of the 2026/2027 season.

You can read more on the FAW Website via the link below

Club Licensing: UEFA & FAW Men’s Tier 1 First Instance Body Decisions 
Club Licensing: UEFA & FAW Men’s Tier 1 First Instance Body Decisions 
Club Licensing: UEFA & FAW Men’s Tier 1 First Instance Body Decisions 

Unbelievable Barry Town – Nathaniel MG Cup Champions 2026

A fantastic brace from Ieuan Owen saw Town get their hands on the Nathaniel MG Cup for the first time since 2000.

Town went in to the game as “underdogs” from the outside world but within the club everyone had belief this could be the year.

Town reached Saturday’s final in Bridgend after defeating Llanelli, Haverfordwest County and Cambrian United along the way.

The buildup to the game was overshadowed by events off the pitch with the passing of Callum Sainty’s father and Eliot Richards cancer diagnosis.

Back in October chairman Mark Barrett told the group he had been diagnosed with cancer in what was an extremely brave move.

These off field events made an already together team more together and added extra determination to make Saturday a memorable one after a tough few months.

BRIDGEND, WALES – 28 FEBRUARY 2026: Barry Town team photo during the 2025/26 Nathaniel MG Cup Final fixture between The New Saints FC & Barry Town United AFC at the Dragonbet Stadium, Bridgend, Wales (Pic by Lewis Mitchell/FAW)

From minute one of the match you could tell every man in Barry yellow and blue believed something special could happen.

Town started the much better side and put the TNS backline under pressure early doors.

From pre game to post match the travelling fans were immense and the positive start by Town just fired them up even more.

On the stroke of half time Ieuan pounced on a mix up at the back from TNS and gave Town a deserved lead heading in to the break.

The Saints somewhat improved in the second 45 but despite getting in a few good positions they just couldn’t take any of their chances and you stated to feel this could be Town’s day.

Joe Thomas has played in every MG Cup match this season and played his part in keeping Town keeping a clean sheet when eventually called upon.

As the match went on the belief that something special could be on the cards grew and in stoppage time at the end of the match Ieuan Owen secured it once and for all.

Again pouncing on a mistake at the back for TNS, Ieuan was there to find the net from long range to send every Barry fan into raptures.

So that was it, history was made a first MG Cup success since 2000 and Town were able to avenge TNS for the 2017 final.

A win that will be remembered by everyone but more importantly a massive win for the club and community after recent months.

By Tierre Miller

Club Statement

Following a short period of time away from the club due to personal circumstances, Andy Legg has returned to his role as First Team Manager at Barry Town United AFC.

Stephen Jenkins will continue in his role as Head of Football at Barry Town United AFC.

Theo Wharton joins the Town

Barry Town United are delighted to announce the signing of Theo Wharton. Theo rejoins the club following a spell between 2019-2022.

The midfielder joins us from Llanelli Town and made 44 appearances during his time at Stebonheath Park. Having represented St. Kitts & Nevis on 21 occasions, Theo will add experience to the Town side as we head into a big second half of the season.

Theo has also represented Hereford, Newtown, York City, Nuneaton Borough and Tamworth during his career.

The former Cardiff City youngster rejoins the Town on an 18 month deal and will wear the number 15 shirt as he did during his first spell at Jenner Park.

By Tierre Miller