Llandudno vs Bootle

Llandudno started with purpose and established control in the opening quarter-hour. The first goal arrived midway through the first half, though the scorer has not been named in the available match data.

The hosts doubled their lead in first-half stoppage time. Bootle's official X account posted at 45+1': “Llandudno go 2-0 up,” confirming the second goal arrived just before the interval. The provider payload also records a 2-0 half-time scoreline.

Bootle's best response came through Hannigan, who struck the post for the visitors, but the Bucks could not convert the chance into a goal. The second half was a quieter affair, with Llandudno managing the game professionally. Neither side added to the scoreline, and the match finished 2-0.

The second goal in first-half stoppage time effectively decided the contest. Bootle had been within a single goal at 1-0 and were close to reaching half-time, but conceding a second in the 45+1st minute — the worst possible moment — left them a two-goal deficit to overturn. Llandudno's control of the opening 45 minutes meant they never looked likely to surrender that lead.

Tom Hannigan (Bootle) — The Bootle forward was the visitors' most dangerous attacking outlet, hitting the post in what was the Bucks' best chance of the afternoon. His movement caused problems for the Llandudno defence, but he lacked the finish to convert.

Llandudno defence — A clean sheet is the headline for any pre-season friendly. The Seasiders limited Bootle to few clear sights of goal across the 90 minutes, with Hannigan's strike against the woodwork the closest the visitors came.

Llandudno attack — Two goals inside the first 45 minutes continued a strong pre-season run. The Seasiders' movement and tempo in the final third were the clear difference between the sides.

The provider payload confirms a 2-0 scoreline at both half-time and full-time, meaning Llandudno led from the first goal and never looked back. No cards or substitutions are recorded in the data, typical for a friendly where rolling changes are common. The attendance of approximately 150 — noted in a fan report on a Facebook supporters' group — reflected the Community Day format, which also featured U19s and Amateurs matches alongside a barbecue and live music. Admission was priced at £5.

Llandudno continue their perfect pre-season record (six wins from six, including a 2-0 victory at Pwllheli on 11 July). The Seasiders face Kidsgrove Athletic at the Go Goodwins Stadium on 25 July 2026 (14:00 kick-off) in their final friendly before the competitive season begins. Their 2026/27 JD Cymru Premier campaign kicks off at home against Flint Town United on 31 July 2026.

Bootle have now completed one of their six scheduled pre-season friendlies. The Bucks continue their build-up to the 2026/27 Northern Premier League West season, which begins on 8 August 2026. Their next friendly is against Colwyn Bay.

A controlled, professional workout for Llandudno, who did their damage in the first half and coasted through the second. The Seasiders' perfect pre-season run suggests they will be competitive on their return to the Cymru Premier. Bootle showed resilience in the second half but lacked the cutting edge to trouble a well-organised Llandudno defence, with Hannigan's strike against the post the closest they came.