Across the final two rounds in Bridgend and Cwmbran, the Haverfordwest County Ladies Walking Football squad delivered performances full of quality, resilience, and togetherness — concluding their first ever season with an extraordinary second place finish, just one point behind champions Briton Ferry Ladies Reds.
In a league of eleven teams, Haverfordwest County finished well ahead of the rest, producing a campaign defined by consistency, defensive excellence, and a team spirit that has become their hallmark.
Bridgend Round – 26 April 2026
Haverfordwest County opened the round with a composed 1–0 win over Llangennech Reds, settled by a sharp finish from Laura Williams, whose movement and timing set the tone for the day.
A dominant 5–0 victory over Cwmbran Blues followed, with Laura Williams scoring four and Leanne Jones adding another. Their link up play was relentless, stretching the opposition throughout.
The third match brought a controlled 2–0 win against FDL Black, courtesy of Leanne Jones and Laura Williams, before the round concluded with a confident 3–0 win over CKSV. Leanne Jones struck twice, and Jan Manning added a composed third to round off a perfect day.
Haverfordwest County Ladies Walking Football
Cwmbran Round – 15 May 2026
The Cwmbran round began with a strong 3–0 win over FDL Pink, with goals from Leanne Jones and a brace from Laura Williams.
That was followed by a superb 3–0 victory over Cardiff Blues, with Laura Williams scoring a hat trick, underlining both her finishing and the team’s control of the game.
A convincing 4–0 win over Albies Blues then showcased the squad’s depth, with goals from Leanne Jones, Jan Bevan, Pam Thomas, and Laura Williams. They followed that with a 2–0 win over BFL Rainbows, thanks to Leanne Jones and Marie Tilley.
Then came the final meeting with the league leaders: Haverfordwest County vs. BFL Reds.
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The Title Decider
Briton Ferry Reds needed only a draw — and they set up with a deep, highly defensive structure designed purely to avoid defeat. Haverfordwest County dominated from start to finish, creating wave after wave of attacks and striking the woodwork twice, but the Reds held out for a 0–0 that ultimately secured them the championship.
Haverfordwest County finished the round with a composed 2–1 win over Caerphilly, sealed by two goals from Laura Williams — one of only two goals conceded all season.
Final League Picture – 2025/26 Season
The final standings underline the scale of Haverfordwest County’s achievement:
• 1st – BFL Reds: 82 pts (69 scored, 1 conceded)
• 2nd – Haverfordwest County: 81 pts (69 scored, 2 conceded)
• 3rd – BFL Rainbows: 54 pts
• 4th – FDL Black: 47 pts
Haverfordwest County finished one point off the title, with a goal difference of +67, and a defensive record that is exceptional at any level — especially in a debut season. They were also well ahead of every other team in the league, forming a clear top two with Briton Ferry Reds…
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