Match Centre: Briton Ferry Llansawel v Pontypridd United
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The Adran Premier Plate Conference continues as Pontypridd United visit The Renewable Centre Stadium to face Briton Ferry Llansawel. Pontypridd’s relegation form the Adran Premier was confirmed last weekend but The Dragons will still be looking to pick up some good results before the end of the season.
MD 15: Pontypridd (Home)
Match Information:
Opponents: Pontypridd United
Venue: The Renewable Centre Stadium
Entry: £5 Adults Under 16’s Free
Kick Off: 14:00
From the Manager:
Reds Interim manager Rhys James believes that Pontypridd’s relegation could work either for or against his side.
“The situation with Pontypridd being confirmed as relegated can work in different ways.
“On one hand, they may play with a bit more freedom as the pressure of results has gone, which can make them dangerous.
“On the other hand, we know they will still be a competitive side and will want to finish the season strongly, so we’re preparing for a tough game regardless of the circumstances.”
With three sides very close in the Adran Plate conference the Rhys manager shared his thought on the importance of three points this weekend.
“In terms of the Plate Conference, it’s extremely tight between the three teams, so Sunday’s game is very important.
“Every point at this stage of the season matters, and we know that taking all three points would put us in a strong position.
“That being said, our focus is on our own performance, making sure we approach the game with the right mentality and execute the things we’ve worked on in training.
“Ultimately, we respect the opposition, but the aim for us is clear, to put in a strong performance and try to come away with the three points.”
Opposition Focus:
Pontypridd come to the Renewable Centre Stadium as a tough season for the Dragons saw them relegated from the Adran Premier. Their relegation comes just a season after their Adran South Title win and promotion last season.
The Dragons have found it tough since coming back into the Adran Premier and have yet to secure a point losing in each of their 15 games.
The sides previous meetings this season have seen wins for the Reds. Lowri Ridings, Jade Crofts, Maia Owen and Casey Daniels scoring in a 4-0 win at USW Sports Park back in September. In the return fixture goals from Laura-May Walkley-Witts and Meg Kearle helped Ferry to a 2-1 win.
Ponty’s first Adran Premier Plate Conference game saw them lose to Aberystwyth Town.
Flashback:
While Pontypridd have not got a win this season the history between the sides is in their favour. In September 2019 the sides met in a Wesh Premier Women’s League Cup (n.b Now Adran Trophy) clash.
Pontypridd were known as Cyncoed at the time and took an early lead though a future Ferry favourite as Alison Witts gave them the lead. Lowri Baker equalised for the Reds just five minutes later. Witts restored the visitors lead before half time and then completed her hat-trick on 70 minutes as Cyncoed advanced.
Stadium:
The Renewable Centre Stadium features Two Stands for seating. The Old Road stand has low level seating close to the pitch while the Macron Stand has higher level seating offering great views of the pitch.
There is a raised standing area next to the Macron Stand and standing is permitted behind the goal at the Bar Red end of the stadium.
There is an accessible seating area in the Old Road Stand for any supporters with mobility needs.
The Stadium is dog friendly, but we do ask that all dogs are kept on a lead and owners clean any mess made.
Visiting supporters are welcome to use all areas of the stadium.
Bar Red will be open pre and post game for hot and cold drinks and snacks. Any alcoholic beverages must be consumed in Bar Red and are not permitted in any other part of the Stadium.
For more information about The Renewable Centre Stadium and how to get there click here:
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