Briton Ferry Llansawel shared the spoils with Swansea City U21s in a thrilling 4-4 friendly at the Old Road on 25 July 2026, with both sides trading blows in an open, attack-minded contest.
What happened in the match?
The hosts took an early 4-2 lead thanks to goals from Ollie Anderson and Salter, who capitalised on a loose defensive setup from the Swans. Yori Griffith pulled one back with a stunning half-volley, but Briton Ferry Llansawel’s physical defence and direct play kept them ahead at the break. Next fixture: vs Llandudno (at home, 2026-10-30) (10th in the table).
How did Swansea City U21s turn it around?
Anthony Wright’s side switched to a 4-3-3 at half-time, with Kaleab Meron and Joel Cotterill adding fresh impetus. Meron and Josh Pescatore both found the net in the second half, with Cotterill’s incisive pass setting up the equaliser. The young Swans dominated possession and created chances, but Ferry’s resilience ensured the draw.
Who stood out for Briton Ferry Llansawel?
Corey Hurford, a former Swansea City player, featured for the hosts, while Luis Bates and Jacob Jones came off the bench to shore up the midfield. The defence, though at times agricultural, held firm under pressure, with Anderson and Salter proving clinical in attack. The result sets up an intriguing clash with Llandudno on 30 October 2026.
