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Former Swansea City Striker Tammy Abraham Is AC Milan’s Champions League Hero

Former Swansea City striker Tammy Abraham scored the goal that earned AC Milan a thrilling 2-1 Champions League win over Red Star Belgrade at the San Siro on Wednesday. Abraham’s strike made it four wins in a row for the Italian side.

David Parsons | Dec 12, 2024

Dan James Is A Great Human Being . . . And Excellent Footballer, Says Leeds United Boss Daniel Farke

Dan James has been described as a “top-class human being” – as well as a pretty decent footballer – by his Leeds United manager Daniel Farke: Wales star James marked his 100th Leeds appearance with a crucial goal as his side beat Middlesbrough 3-1 at Elland Road to regain top spot in the Sky Bet Championship.

Paul Jones | Dec 11, 2024
Luke Williams of Swansea City during the Sky Bet Championship October 2024 Credit: Alfie Cosgrove/ Alamy

Jay Fulton Earns Big Praise From Swansea City Boss Luke Williams

Luke Williams showered praise on Jay Fulton after his goal proved decisive in Swansea City’s victory at Plymouth Argyle. Swans head coach Williams watched his team earn their four away victory of the season with a 2-1 win which moved them up to ninth in the Championship, just four points off the play-off places.

Paul Jones | Dec 11, 2024
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Luke Williams Insists Swansea City Can Add To Wayne Rooney’s Problems

Swansea City head coach Luke Williams insists his team can show the required mettle to get a much-needed win at Plymouth Argyle on Tuesday night. The Swans are gearing up for a challenging encounter as they travel to Home Park to face Wayne Rooney’s strugglers.

Gareth James | Dec 10, 2024
The New Saints  won the 2022/23 FAW JD Welsh Cup Final at  Nantporth Stadium, Bangor, Wales, 30 April 2023. (Credit: John Smith/FAW)

The New Saints Go Full Tilt Again In Incredible European Marathon

The New Saints face a week of cup action in two different competitions as they continue to manage an unprecedented workload in pursuit of more titles. Their season kicked off on 15 June with a run of seven friendlies before they embarked on a record-breaking European run that will see them play their 12th game against Panathinaikos at Shrewsbury’s New Meadow ground on Thursday night.

Gareth James | Dec 10, 2024
Wales goalscorer Brennan Johnson. Pic: Josh Thomas.

Brennan Johnson’s Spurs Try Rallying The Troops After Latest Setback

Brennan Johnson’s Tottenham teammate and captain Son Heung-min has called on Spurs players to raise their game after Sunday’s dramatic 4-3 loss to visitors Chelsea dropped them to 11th in the Premier League. Wales star Johnson created the opening goal for Dominic Solanke but even though Spurs went into a 2-0 lead, they were soon 4-2 behind and the manner of the defeat has heaped more pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou.

Paul Jones | Dec 09, 2024
Matt Grimes at Milwall V Swansea match 2022 - Credit: Match Day Photos / Alamy

Gale Force Matt Grimes Still Storming For Swansea City

Swansea City captain Matt Grimes and manager Luke Williams praised their team’s resilience in overcoming difficult conditions to earn a hard-fought 1-1 draw at Luton Town. Grimes played a pivotal role, not only securing the Swans a crucial point with his second-half goal, but also earning admiration from his manager for his all-around contribution.

Paul Jones | Dec 09, 2024
Cardiff city crest on the pitch - credit Alamy

Cardiff City And Other Clubs Left Sheltering From Storm Darragh

Cardiff’s Sky Bet Championship fixture against Watford has been called off amid severe weather warnings linked to Storm Darragh. The Football Association of Wales issued a statement on Friday afternoon saying all football matches in the country were being postponed on Saturday, following Met Office advice.

David Williams | Dec 07, 2024
Ben Davies on the pitch - 2025 - Credit Alamy

Ben Davies Blow For Spurs Is A Worry For Wales And More Woe For Under Pressure Ange Postecoglou

Ben Davies is set for a spell on the sidelines – a concern for both high-flying Wales and nose-diving Tottenham. The Wales defender has suffered sustained a hamstring injury, compounding the woes of a Spurs side already grappling with a series of defensive setbacks.

Gareth James | Dec 07, 2024
Cardiff City Stadium. Pic: Andrew Orchard sports photography/Alamy Live News

Cardiff City Have Ground To Make Up . . . But No-one To Blame But Themselves

The Omer Riza Era Part Two should have begun on Saturday when Cardiff City were due to host Watford before the weather intervened. It would have been Riza’s first match since he was confirmed as the club’s new permanent manager.

Graham Thomas | Dec 07, 2024
Cardiff City manager Omer Riza. Pic: Cardiff City FC

Cardiff City Boss Omer Riza Insists Now He’s At The Wheel, He Can Deal

Cardiff City boss Omer Riza insists he will have money to spend in order to bolster his squad during the January transfer window. Riza, who had been serving as the Bluebirds’ interim manager, was officially appointed on a contract running until the end of the season on Thursday.

Gareth James | Dec 06, 2024
Omer Riza at the Riverside Stadium, 4th January 2025. Credit: MI News & Sport /Alamy

Omer Riza gets Cardiff City Job . . . But Only Until End Of Season

Cardiff City have appointed interim manager Omer Riza as boss on a contract until the end of the season. The Bluebirds announced the move on Thursday prior to Riza’s 13th match in charge at home to Watford on Saturday. Riza took over in September following the dismissal of former manager Erol Bulut, when the club were bottom of the Championship with just one point from their opening six matches.

Graham Thomas | Dec 05, 2024
Manager of Southampton Russell Martin. Pic: MatchDay Images Limited / Alamy Stock Photo

Former Swansea City Boss Russell Martin On Shaky Ground At Southampton

Former Swansea City head coach Russell Martin knows he and his Soputhampton team are under intense pressure after fans tunred on them following their latest defeat. Martin – who quit the Swans 18 months ago and took Saints up into the Premier League – is under the cosh with his team rock bbottom and adrift after a 5-1 home defeat to Chelse.

David Williams | Dec 05, 2024
Rhian Wilkinson holding her shirt

Rhian Wilkinson and Craig Bellamy . . . Two Outsiders with the Skills to Come in From the Cold

Sometimes it pays to look beyond the obvious as Welsh footballl seems to be proving with both Craig Bellamy and Rhian Wilkinson. The former is still unbeaten after being named men’s national senior coach six games ago, while the latter is heading for the Euros next summer with the senior women.

Graham Thomas | Dec 05, 2024

Save The Date: Euro Finals Draw For Wales Is December 16

Wales fans will have to wait until December 16 to find out their group opponents at UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. The last seven places at the tournament in Switzerland have been decided by the play-offs, with Wales reaching the first major tournament finals in their history after overcoming the Republic of Ireland.

Hannah Blackwell | Dec 04, 2024
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Nelson Jardim Upbeat After Newport County Prove Their Resolve

Newport County manager Nelson Jardim hailed his team’s character after they battled back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with AFC Wimbledon at the Cherry Red Records Stadium. The Dons cruised into a 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Alistair Smith and Matty Stevens, but Michael Spellman got a goal back to keep the visitors in the match.

Gareth James | Dec 04, 2024
Jess Fishlock signing autographs

Jess Fishlock Finally Completes 18-Year Journey As Wales Take Giant Final Step

More than 50 years after losing their first-ever international match, 3-2, to Ireland, Wales finally turned the tables. Their reward, after earning a thrilling 3-2 aggregate victory in their Euro 2025 play-off, is the country’s first-ever qualification for a major women’s tournament.

Hannah Blackwell | Dec 04, 2024

Wales Stand Firm In Dublin To Create Their Own Piece Of History

Wales made history by qualifying for their first major tournament after goals from Hannah Cain and Carrie Jones gave them a 2-1 Euro 2025 play-off second leg victory over the Republic of Ireland in Dublin. hian Wilkinson’s team triumphed 3-2 on aggregate as they progressed to next summer’s European Championship in Switzerland.

Hannah Blackwell | Dec 04, 2024
Manager of Southampton Russell Martin. Pic: MatchDay Images Limited / Alamy Stock Photo

Swansea City Set For FA Cup Clash With Russell Martin’s Southampton

Swansea City have been forced into a reunion with former head coach Russell Martin next month after the club drew Southampton in the third round of the FA Cup. It means a trip to St. Mary’s for the Swans, who will go up against the man who left them 18 months ago.

Gareth James | Dec 03, 2024

Wales Accused Of “Cheap Shots” Ahead Of Republic Of Ireland Clash As Tensions Rise

Wales and the Republic of Ireland have created some friction to turn up the heat ahead of their Women’s Euros play-off final second leg in Dublin. Tuesday’s Celtic derby will determine who secures a coveted spot at next summer’s Women’s European Championship finals.

Hannah Blackwell | Dec 03, 2024