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The Reds picked up their first league win of the campaign on Tuesday evening away from home against Briton Ferry Llansawel.
A quick turnover in fixtures sees the Reds host Haverfordwest County this Friday evening under the lights at Stebonheath Park.
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Our Opponents – Haverfordwest County AFC
This is our first top flight meeting with the Bluebirds since 2011 with this Fridays visitors also struggling in the league at the start of the current campaign.
Despite kicking off the campaign with European fixtures after concluding last season on a high, the Bluebirds have struggled to get up and running this season.
Defeats to Floriana of Malta saw Haverfordwest exit the UEFA Europa Conference League in the first qualifying round.
Despite strong displays in the Nathaniel MG Cup, the Bluebirds have just one win in the league this season, that coming in the form of a late winner away against Briton Ferry Llansawel.
Draws against Cardiff Met and Caernarfon Town make up the remainder of Haverfordwest’s 5 points on the board so far this season.
The Bluebirds were narrowly defeated in front of the Sgorio cameras against Barry Town United on Tuesday evening. An 89th minute winner from Ben Margeston saw the Linnets run out 2-3 winners at the Ogi Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Previously Against the Bluebirds…
We last met Haverfordwest away from home in the JD Welsh Cup back in December 2024.
It turned out to be a memorable night for the Reds with a fantastic brace from Ethan Cann sealing all three points. The victory in the Welsh Cup would see the Reds eventually go on to reach the Semi final of the competition.
Before our meeting in 2024, the Reds last met the Bluebirds back in the JD Cymru South during the 2019/20 campaign where this Fridays visitors came out on top on both occasions.
Who’s In Form?
As mentioned, Haverfordwest haven’t had the start to the campaign they would have been hoping for. However, there have been a number of individuals still making their mark.
As it is a home match this Friday, our full in depth players to watch feature will be available to read in your matchday programme so make sure to pick up your copy on Friday!
As always we will take a look at one player in particular within this preview; for the Bluebirds we have chosen Dan Hawkins.
Ammanford v Haverfordwest County in the JD Welsh Cup at The Recreation Ground on the 16th November 2024. (Pic by Lewis Mitchell/FAW)
Hawkins has been a real provider this season with 5 assists already to his name in all competitions. The 24 year old also has one goal against Newport City in the Nathaniel MG Cup.
Reds Recap
As mentioned briefly at the beginning of the preview, the Reds recorded their first league win of the season against Briton Ferry on Tuesday evening.
A first ever Reds goal from Rio Booth sealed the win for Llanelli in the 86th minute at the Renewable Centre Stadium. An equaliser from Danny Williams sparked the comeback after the Reds had found themselves behind in the first half.
A performance that not only gives the Reds momentum ahead of this crucial game on Friday but also ends a winless run against Ferry that dates back to the 21/22 season.
How to Follow – Llanelli Town vs Haverfordwest County
If you can’t make it to Stebonheath Park on Friday evening then you can follow along with all the action via our social media channels. Regular match updates will be shared throughout the 90 minutes.
Sgorio cameras will be in attendance to capture all the highlights from the game which we will share across our online platforms when they become available.
