Welsh rivals to clash in Carabao opener

Newport County host Swansea City in the first round of this season’s League Cup, sponsored by Carabao, with Cardiff City taking on Northampton Town. The mouthwatering prospect of an all-Welsh derby in the first round takes place on 5 September, with Mike Flynn’s League Two side welcoming the Swans to Rodney Parade. The last time…

Key games in Nomads treble bid

Only three teams have achieved the elusive treble in Welsh football; The New Saints twice, in 2014-15 and 2015-16; Barry Town in 1996-97; and Rhyl in 2003-04. But this year there could be a fourth name added to the list. Connah’s Quay Nomads captured the League Cup at the start of the month and currently…

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Saints gunning for landmark success

The draw for the Welsh Premier League Cup was made earlier this week, with holders The New Saints going for a landmark 10th title this campaign. Known as the Nathaniel MG Cup for its 27th incarnation, it has also gone by the name League of Wales Cup and Word Cup since it was established in…