Match Centre: The New Saints
- martintownley27
- Sep 25
- 4 min read
Updated: Sep 27
The Reds return home this Sunday after two away games with the visit of The New Saints to The Renewable Centre Stadium.
From The Manager:
A return to the Road this Sunday as the Reds are back in Adran Premier action this Sunday. The New Saints are the visitors to The Renewable Centre Stadium and manager Rhys Thomas says it will be nice to be back at home this weekend after two away games. Thomas continued,
“Playing on your own pitch, with the support behind you can definitely give the players a bit of a lift.”
“But we know we are up against a very strong TNS side.
“They’ve got quality and they’ll make it difficult but we’ll focus on ourselves to make sure we give another good account of ourselves this weekend."
The Reds picked up their first win of the season last weekend with a 4-0 win over Pontypridd United. Thomas now looking to build on that result saying,
“It was a really good result for us, and one we can take confidence from.
“We were very pleased with the performance, we looked solid, took our chances in the second half and managed the game properly.
“It’s important we carry that momentum into this weekend because we know we’ve got a tough challenge ahead."
Flashback: Briton Ferry Llansawel 2-2 The New Saints - 2/2/2025
With the two side battling up the top of the table in February The New Saints came to The Renewable Centre Stadium looking to not only gain a victory but keep themselves in the title race.
A tight contest ensued with both teams battling to take control of the game. The first half saw chances from Maia Owen and Alison Witts for the Reds. The first goal of the match came in first half added time when Laura-May Walkley was fouled in the box allowing Lucy Powell to give the Reds the lead.
The second half saw the continuation of the tight contest but on the hour mark Walkley was shown a second yellow and sent off. With ten players Ferry were pushed back as TNS looked to take advantage. On the 70 minute mark Lexi Jones equalised and then after 80 minutes Jones made it 2-1. With 96 minutes on the clock Jess Denscombe sent a ball though the TNs defence which Meg Kearle read perfectly and found herself in on goal. Kearle fired past the TNS keeper to secure the Reds a late point.
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Opposition Focus:
The New Saints are a team that Ferry will know well after six meetings last season, four in the league and in both cups. Each game thrilling in its own right. Last seasons games saw late comebacks, penalties red cards and plenty of goals.
TNS have began the season well starting with an opening day victory over Cardiff City. Chantelle Teare with the only goal of the game after 57 minutes. A defeat to Aberystwyth followed but their re-found their form last weekend with a 4-2 win over Wrexham. Caitlin Chapman with a brace and Teare again on the scoresheet.
Over the summer TNS brought in attacker Amber Lightfoot from fellow Adran Premier side Wrexham and former Birmingham City striker Charlotte Crees. The Saints also saw a change in management over the off season with Jodie Williams coming in as head coach. Williams was previously Under 16’s head coach at WSL side Everton.
The New Saints are one of five clubs with six points from their opening two games. The Reds are three points behind these sides after their win over Pontypridd united last Sunday. TNS’ Chantelle Teare and Caitlin Chapman are behind the leagues top scorer, Mackenzie Olden by one goal with two apiece.
Last season saw an incredible six meetings between the sides. TNS with two wins to Ferry’s one with three draws. (NB: One draw coming in the Welsh Cup win the Saints winning the shootout). Each game featured drama and goals and even saw Reds defender Olivia Kett-White don the gloves in a 1-1 draw at Park Hall. The last meeting saw The Saints win at The Renewable Centre Stadium with goals from Chantelle Teare and Lia Lewis. Meg Kearle got the goal for the Reds.
Be ready for another exciting meeting between the sides on Sunday.
Match Information:
Opponents: The New Saints
Competition: Genero Adran Premier
Venue: The Renewable Centre Stadium
Ticket Info: £5 Under 16’s Free
Kick Off: 14:00
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.
Bar Red will be open pre and post game for hot and cold drinks and snacks. For food Red and Fed will be available for hot food.
For more information about The Renewable Centre Stadium click here:
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