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Season 2025

Welsh Cup — Today's Matches

Live scores, upcoming kick-offs, and finished results for today. Data refreshes automatically so you never miss a moment.

Welsh Cup — Playoffs

Round of 16

PTPontypridd Town0
CBColwyn Bay3
0–3
PPorthmadog1
RRhyl2
1–2
LLlandudno1
C(Caerau (Ely)2
1–2
TTrefelin0
B1Bangor 18762
0–2
BTBarry Town4
GAGresford Athletic0
4–0
CMCardiff MET2
CTCaernarfon Town4
2–4
NCNewport City3
TBTrearddur Bay5
3–5

Quarter-finals

FUFlint Town United3
TBTrearddur Bay0
3–0
C(Caerau (Ely)1
B1Bangor 18763
1–3
CTCaernarfon Town4
CBColwyn Bay1
4–1
BTBarry Town1
RRhyl2
1–2

Semi-finals

FUFlint Town United5
B1Bangor 18761
5–1
CTCaernarfon Town2
RRhyl1
2–1

Final

CTCaernarfon Town3
FUFlint Town United0
3–0

Welsh Cup — Results

The latest 25 completed matches in the Welsh Cup. The highest-scoring result was Trearddur Bay 5–3 Newport City. Review recent scorelines to spot form trends, home advantage patterns, and upset results that can inform your next bet.

HomeScoreAway
Final
3 – 0
Caernarfon TownCT
3 – 0
FUFlint Town United
2026-04-12FT
Semi-finals
1 – 2
RhylR
1 – 2
CTCaernarfon Town
2026-03-08FT
5 – 1
Flint Town UnitedFU
5 – 1
B1Bangor 1876
2026-03-07FT
Quarter-finals
4 – 1
Caernarfon TownCT
4 – 1
CBColwyn Bay
2026-01-31FT
3 – 0
Flint Town UnitedFU
3 – 0
TBTrearddur Bay
2026-01-31FT
2 – 1
RhylR
2 – 1
BTBarry Town
2026-01-31FT
3 – 1
Bangor 1876B1
3 – 1
C(Caerau (Ely)
2026-01-31FT
Round of 16
2 – 4
Cardiff METCM
2 – 4
CTCaernarfon Town
2025-12-13FT
5 – 3
Trearddur BayTB
5 – 3
NCNewport City
2025-12-13FT
2 – 0
Bangor 1876B1
2 – 0
TTrefelin
2025-12-13FT
1 – 2
PorthmadogP
1 – 2
RRhyl
2025-12-13FT
2 – 1
Caerau (Ely)C(
2 – 1
LLlandudno
2025-12-13FT
0 – 3
Pontypridd TownPT
0 – 3
CBColwyn Bay
2025-12-13FT
0 – 0
PenybontP
0 – 0
FUFlint Town United
2025-12-13PEN
4 – 0
Barry TownBT
4 – 0
GAGresford Athletic
2025-12-13FT
Round of 32
3 – 3
TrefelinT
3 – 3
CDCardiff Draconians
2025-11-29PEN
2 – 2
Newport CityNC
2 – 2
BBBlaenavon Blues
2025-11-23PEN
1 – 3
Carmarthen TownCT
1 – 3
CBColwyn Bay
2025-11-22FT
4 – 0
Caernarfon TownCT
4 – 0
PPenrhyncoch
2025-11-22FT
2 – 5
Glynneath TownGT
2 – 5
TBTrearddur Bay
2025-11-22FT
3 – 2
RhylR
3 – 2
CTCwmbran Town
2025-11-22FT
2 – 1
Bangor 1876B1
2 – 1
HHolywell
2025-11-22FT
0 – 3
Penrhiwceiber RangersPR
0 – 3
GAGresford Athletic
2025-11-22FT
1 – 1
Treowen StarsTS
1 – 1
PTPontypridd Town
2025-11-22PEN
3 – 2
PorthmadogP
3 – 2
PTPort Talbot Town
2025-11-22FT
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Welsh Cup — Team Stats

Side-by-side performance comparison of all 91 teams in the Welsh Cup. Caernarfon Town leads with 6 wins this season. The colour-coded heatmap highlights wins, losses, draws, goals scored and conceded, goal difference, and win percentage — making it easy to spot the strongest and weakest teams at a glance for betting analysis.

Welsh Cup — Betting Insights

Welsh Cup 2025 — key betting statistics across 84 matches played. Games average 4.48 goals, with 61.9% seeing both teams score and 90.5% finishing with over 2.5 goals. Home sides win 57.1% of the time while 0.0% of matches end in a draw. Clean sheets are kept in 38.1% of games, and the most common scoreline is 3-1. Use these metrics to calibrate over/under, BTTS, and correct-score strategies.

4.48Goals / Match
61.9%Both Score %
90.5%Over 2.5 / 5.5 %
96.4%Over 1.5 %
63.1%Over 3.5 %
57.1%Home Win %
0.0%Draw %
42.9%Away Win %
38.1%Clean Sheet %
0.0%0-0 %
2.36Avg Home Goals
2.12Avg Away Goals
0.3Cards/Match
+23.80Home Advantage

Most Common Scorelines

The most frequently occurring final scorelines sorted by frequency. Each bar shows the number of matches and percentage ending with that exact score. Common scorelines help calibrate correct-score betting — a scoreline appearing in 15% or more of matches may offer value at typical odds.

3-1
8.3%(7)
2-1
8.3%(7)
0-3
7.1%(6)
1-3
7.1%(6)
1-2
6.0%(5)
3-0
6.0%(5)
0-6
4.8%(4)
5-1
4.8%(4)
3-2
4.8%(4)
2-0
3.6%(3)
4.48
Avg goals / game
376
Total goals
198
Home goals
178
Away goals
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Welsh Cup — Season Trends

Goals distribution across 15-minute periods of play, revealing when goals are most likely to be scored. This is critical for live betting strategies — leagues with high concentrations of late goals (76-90 min) may offer value in late-goal markets, while first-half dominant leagues favor early cash-out strategies.

0-15
12.6%
16-30
14.6%
31-45
15.5%
46-60
13.6%
61-75
16.5%
76-90
27.2%

Top Scorers

The top 1 goalscorers in the Welsh Cup 2025 season. Richard Jones leads with 0 goals, followed by (0) and (0). These 1 players have scored 0 goals combined — key data for anytime goalscorer bets and understanding which teams depend on a single attacker.

  1. 1RJ

    Richard Jones

    Trearddur Bay
    0goals

Top Assists

The leading assist providers in the Welsh Cup 2025 season. Richard Jones tops the chart with 0 assists, followed by (0) and (0). Assist leaders are often key creators whose involvement boosts their team's goalscoring — valuable context for both goalscorer and team performance markets.

  1. 1RJ

    Richard Jones

    Trearddur Bay
    0Assists

Top Cards

Disciplinary leaders in the Welsh Cup 2025 season. Richard Jones has received the most yellow cards with 0, followed by (0) and (0) — 0 yellows in total among listed players. On the red card side, Richard Jones leads with 0. Card counts are essential for bookings markets and assessing which players are suspension risks.

Yellow Cards

  1. 1RJ

    Richard Jones

    Trearddur Bay
    0

Red Cards

  1. 1RJ

    Richard Jones

    Trearddur Bay
    0
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Welsh Cup — Teams

All 91 teams competing in the Welsh Cup 2025 season. Click any club to view their full squad, match history, and detailed statistics.

ATAberystwyth TownBTBala TownCMCardiff METTSThe New SaintsLAllanelli AFCCTCaernarfon TownGFGAP Connah S Quay FCNANewtown AFCCTCarmarthen TownBTBarry TownLLlandudnoGUGoytre UnitedCCCwmbran CelticPPenybontPTPontypridd TownHAHaverfordwest County AFCLMLlantwit MajorPTPort Talbot TownTWTaffs WellALAfan LidoBFBriton FerryCCCambrian & ClydachAUAirbus UKC(Caerau (Ely)CBColwyn BayFUFlint Town UnitedGAGresford AthleticLULlanfair UnitedPPenrhyncochPPorthmadogRRhylSUSwansea UniversityBBerriewBRBrickfield RangersCCaerswsCTCaldicot TownCACefn AlbionCTCwmbran TownDTDenbigh TownDPDinas PowysDADolgellau AthleticGVGarden VillageHRHawarden RangersHHHolyhead HotspurHHolywellMAMold AlexandraPPontyclunPPwllheliRRhostyllenSCSt Asaph CityTTrefelinB1Bangor 1876CDCardiff DraconiansCCCefn CribwrLLlanberisLULlanrug UnitedNUNefyn UnitedTTTredegar TownLLlanefyddQPQueens ParkBSBow StreetCACaerphilly AthleticPBPenydarren BGCRTRhayader TownSTSaltney TownTSTreowen StarsTBTrethomas BluebirdsLLlwydcoedCLCanton LiberalTSTata SteelPRPenrhiwceiber RangersBDBaglan DragonsFMFlint MountainKBKinmel BayNCNewport CityTBTrearddur BayAUAbercarn UnitedAUAfan UnitedEWEvans & WilliamsNNFAMTMorriston TownAAAbertillery Excelsiors AFCSOSeven Sisters OnllwynBBBlaenavon BluesBFBroughton United FCCUCPD Sychdyn UnitedPFPenygraig United FCPAPentwynmawr AthleticGTGlynneath TownFUForden UnitedLLliswerry

Welsh Cup — Referees

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Top 1 referees officiating in the Welsh Cup, led by N. Pratt. Compare cards issued, goals per match, and strictness to anticipate how the assigned referee might influence match flow and card-related bets.

1N. Pratt
Officiated
4
0
0
Y/M
0.00
R/M
0.00
Goals
16

Welsh Cup — Past Seasons

Browse 8 archived seasons of the Welsh Cup, from 2016 to 2024. Each season page includes full standings, top scorers, and match results — useful for comparing historical performance and identifying long-term betting patterns.

History 16 Mar 2026

Founded1877

The Welsh Cup was established in 1877 as the first national cup competition in association football, preceding the English FA Cup (1872) and the Scottish Cup (1873). Originally contested by clubs from Wales and England, the competition underwent significant structural changes in 1996 when only Welsh clubs were permitted to enter, ending the participation of English sides like Shrewsbury Town and Chester City who had historically dominated the tournament. This restriction was lifted in 2011, allowing English clubs to re-enter. The competition has maintained its knockout format throughout its history, with the final traditionally held at a neutral venue. The introduction of title sponsorship in recent years, including partnerships with JD Sports and other brands, has modernized the competition while preserving its traditional heritage. The Welsh Cup remains a pathway to European football, with winners qualifying for UEFA competitions, significantly elevating the tournament's importance in Welsh football culture.

  • —1877 — Welsh Cup founded, making it the first national cup competition in association football
  • —1895 — Shrewsbury Town defeated Mold Alyn Stars 21–0, establishing the all-time record margin of victory
  • —1994/95 — Wrexham won their record 23rd Welsh Cup title, the last of their era of dominance
  • —1996 — Significant format change: Welsh clubs only permitted to enter, English teams excluded
  • —2011 — English clubs re-admitted to the competition following rule changes
  • —2016 — Bala Town won the trophy, marking a shift in competitive balance toward emerging Welsh clubs
  • —2024 — Connah's Quay Nomads defeated The New Saints 2–1 in the final at Rodney Parade

Competition Format 16 Mar 2026

Teams80European spots1

The Welsh Cup operates as a knockout competition featuring clubs from all tiers of the Welsh football pyramid. Mandatory entry applies to all clubs in Tiers 1, 2, and 3, with additional clubs from lower divisions gaining access through qualifying rounds. The Cymru Premier clubs receive a bye until Round 2, as do eight selected clubs from Cymru North and Cymru South based on their previous season's league position. From the qualifying round through Round 2, clubs are drawn into geographical groups to minimize travel; from Round 3 onwards, the draw becomes open. Matches are played on the home ground of the club first drawn, with ties decided by a single match—extra time and penalties determine the winner if necessary. The final is held at a neutral venue, typically at Rodney Parade in Newport. The competition winner qualifies directly for European football, entering the UEFA Conference League qualification rounds.

Records 16 Mar 2026

Most titlesWrexham A.F.C. (23)All-time top scorerBert Goode (32 goals)

The 2025/26 season marked the 138th edition of the competition, with Caernarfon Town and Flint Town United contesting the final at Rodney Parade on 12 April 2026.

Analysis 16 Mar 2026

Current Season Analysis

The 2025/26 Welsh Cup has delivered a compelling narrative of emerging talent and established ambition, culminating in a final between Caernarfon Town and Flint Town United at Rodney Parade on 12 April 2026. Both clubs have demonstrated exceptional form throughout the tournament, overcoming stronger-ranked opponents to reach the showpiece final. Caernarfon Town, competing from the Cymru North division, mounted an impressive cup run that included a commanding 4–1 victory over Colwyn Bay in the quarter-finals, showcasing their attacking prowess and tactical discipline. Flint Town United similarly impressed with a dominant 3–0 victory over Trearddur Bay in their quarter-final match, signaling their credentials as serious contenders for the trophy.

The semi-final stage proved decisive in determining the finalists. Caernarfon Town progressed from their last-four encounter, while Flint Town United secured their place with a comprehensive performance that demonstrated their consistency throughout the campaign. Both clubs represent the competitive depth now evident in Welsh football's second tier, challenging the historical dominance of Cymru Premier sides. The final itself represents a significant opportunity for either club to claim European football qualification and secure a place in the prestigious UEFA Conference League qualification rounds—a tangible reward that elevates the Welsh Cup beyond mere domestic prestige.

Throughout the 2025/26 season, the competition has showcased the Welsh football pyramid's competitive balance. The New Saints, traditionally among the favorites, were unable to defend their status as perennial contenders, eliminated before the final stages. This outcome reflects the increasing quality and ambition of clubs across all tiers of the Welsh system. The quarter-final and semi-final rounds produced several memorable encounters that demonstrated the tournament's capacity to generate compelling football and unexpected storylines. The involvement of over 80 clubs from across Wales ensured that the competition maintained its character as a genuine test of quality across the entire Welsh football landscape.

The Welsh Cup's Historical Significance and Evolution

The Welsh Cup stands as a monument to Welsh football heritage, having been established in 1877—predating both the English FA Cup (1872) and the Scottish Cup (1873) in terms of the first competitive national cup tournament. The inaugural final on 30 March 1878 saw Wrexham defeat Druids 1–0, beginning a tradition that has now spanned nearly 150 years. Wrexham's dominance of the competition is unparalleled; their 23 Welsh Cup titles represent an era of sustained excellence that defined Welsh football for much of the 20th century. The club's last triumph came in 1994/95, ending an era of dominance that has never been replicated by any other Welsh club.

The competition's most extraordinary record remains the 21–0 victory achieved by Shrewsbury Town over Mold Alyn Stars in 1894/95—a scoreline that has never been surpassed in any Welsh Cup match and stands as one of football's most extreme results. This record, established during an era when English clubs dominated the competition, reflects both the quality disparity that existed historically and the tournament's willingness to permit competitive matches across vastly different standards of play. The decision in 1996 to restrict entry to Welsh clubs only marked a fundamental shift in the competition's character, ending the participation of English sides and creating a purely Welsh domestic competition. This change, while controversial at the time, ultimately strengthened the tournament by ensuring that the trophy remained the pinnacle of Welsh club football achievement.

Modern Competitive Balance and the Rise of New Contenders

The re-admission of English clubs in 2011 represented another evolutionary moment for the Welsh Cup, though the practical impact has been limited given the English clubs' participation in their own domestic structures. More significantly, the past decade has witnessed a substantial shift in competitive balance within Welsh football itself. The New Saints, based in Oswestry but competing in the Welsh system, have established themselves as the modern era's dominant force with 10 Welsh Cup titles. Cardiff City, with 22 titles, and Swansea City, with 10, represent the major urban centers' historical success. However, clubs like Bala Town, Connah's Quay Nomads, and emerging sides from the lower tiers have increasingly challenged this established order.

The 2023/24 season exemplified this shifting dynamic when Connah's Quay Nomads defeated The New Saints 2–1 in the final, claiming their second Welsh Cup title and demonstrating that success in the competition is no longer the exclusive preserve of the traditional powerhouses. This victory provided significant validation for a club that has worked to establish itself among Welsh football's elite. The involvement of over 80 clubs across all competitive tiers ensures that the Welsh Cup maintains its character as a genuine test of quality and ambition, where smaller clubs can aspire to European football qualification and where David-versus-Goliath narratives remain possible. The geographical spread of participating clubs—from the industrial valleys of South Wales to the rural communities of Mid Wales and the coastal towns of North Wales—reflects the competition's role in uniting Welsh football across regional boundaries.

European Football and the Tournament's Contemporary Importance

In the modern football landscape, the Welsh Cup's significance has been substantially elevated by the introduction of UEFA Conference League qualification as the winner's reward. This direct pathway to European competition transforms the tournament from a matter of domestic prestige into a competition with genuine continental implications. For clubs competing in the Welsh football pyramid, the opportunity to qualify for European football represents not merely sporting achievement but also substantial financial and developmental benefits. European competition provides exposure for Welsh players on the international stage, generates revenue through matchday income and broadcasting rights, and enhances a club's profile in the global football marketplace.

The competition's format, with its emphasis on knockout football and the potential for surprises across multiple rounds, ensures that the journey to the final remains unpredictable and engaging. The geographical draw system employed in the early rounds minimizes travel costs for participating clubs, an important consideration for smaller institutions operating with limited budgets. As the competition progresses beyond Round 2 and enters the open draw stage, the potential for dramatic encounters increases exponentially. The tradition of holding the final at a neutral venue—in recent seasons at Rodney Parade in Newport—ensures a fair environment for both finalists and creates a distinctive occasion that Welsh football has celebrated since 1878.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clubs participate in the Welsh Cup?

Over 80 clubs from across the Welsh football pyramid participate in the Welsh Cup, with mandatory entry for all clubs in Tiers 1, 2, and 3 of the Welsh football system.

Who has won the most Welsh Cup titles?

Wrexham A.F.C. holds the record with 23 Welsh Cup titles, the most recent coming in 1994/95. The New Saints and Cardiff City have each won the competition 10 times.

How does the Welsh Cup format work?

The Welsh Cup is a knockout competition where clubs are drawn into geographical groups in early rounds, with the draw becoming open from Round 3 onwards. The final is held at a neutral venue, with the winner qualifying for European football.

What do Welsh Cup winners qualify for?

The Welsh Cup winner qualifies for European football, entering the UEFA Conference League qualification rounds. This provides significant prestige and European exposure for the winning club.

Where is the Welsh Cup final held?

The Welsh Cup final is traditionally held at Rodney Parade in Newport, a neutral venue that has hosted the final for multiple seasons. The 2026 final between Caernarfon Town and Flint Town United was held there on 12 April 2026.

When was the Welsh Cup first played?

The Welsh Cup was founded in 1877, making it the oldest national cup competition in association football. The first final was played on 30 March 1878, with Wrexham defeating Druids 1–0.

API data: 26 Apr 2026 · Stats updated: 27 Apr 2026 · Content updated: 16 Mar 2026