Adran Premier: Swansea Shock Champions Wrexham
Swansea will face Cardiff in the Welsh Cup final in Newport after a notable victory over Wrexham.
Wrexham 1-2 Swansea City
Wrexham, who lifted the trophy at The Rock, were defeated by Swansea City, who will enter the Welsh Cup final against Cardiff with renewed confidence following a win that ended their four-game losing streak. Ellie Lake opened the scoring for Swansea in the sixth minute when her cross from the right unexpectedly found the net. Aimee Deacon extended the lead to 2-0 just before halftime.
Katie Barker reduced the deficit for Wrexham with a finish from a tight angle in the 62nd minute. Barker was then quickly denied by Swansea goalkeeper Amelia Forkings in a one-on-one situation. In the closing stages, Barker had a close-range effort deflected wide. This victory served as a form of revenge for Swansea, who had suffered a heavy 7-1 defeat to Wrexham at the end of March.
Cardiff City 1-1 The New Saints
Second-placed Cardiff City settled for a draw in manager Iain Darbyshire's final league match in charge. Madison Lloyd put the Bluebirds ahead in the first half, but Chantelle Teare equalised for The New Saints in the 71st minute. Darbyshire aims to secure a ninth domestic trophy when Cardiff face Swansea in the Welsh Cup final at Rodney Parade in Newport on Sunday, 19 April, at 17:00 BST.
Aberystwyth Town 4-3 Barry Town United
Aberystwyth Town produced a dramatic finish at Park Avenue, scoring twice in the closing stages to secure victory. Carys Bufton scored twice in the first half, with goals from Beca Thomas and Sienna Stone for Barry Town United in between. Keira Harris restored Barry’s lead in the 64th minute, but Lily Moralee-Hughes levelled the score with five minutes remaining. Bufton completed her hat-trick from the penalty spot late in the game, during which India Shanahan was sent off for Barry Town United.
Pontypridd United 1-5 Briton Ferry
Briton Ferry secured top spot in the bottom section by comfortably defeating relegated and winless Pontypridd United. Briton Ferry led 3-0 at halftime with goals from Lucy Powell, Jade Crofts, and Maia Owen. Megan Kearle added a fourth goal before Gwenllian Crane scored a consolation for Pontypridd with 20 minutes remaining. Lowri Ridings sealed the victory for Briton Ferry with the final goal of the match.
