In a thrilling display of skill and determination, the match between Pwllheli and NFA ended in a 2-2 draw. This encounter featured dramatic moments and highlighted the talents of both teams in the North Wales Coast Llandudno Kia Women’s League.
Pwllheli vs. NFA: A Hard-Fought Draw
Pwllheli hosted NFA in what turned out to be a nail-biting clash on the Llŷn Peninsula. Loz Jones was quick to make her mark, scoring just two minutes into the match, giving NFA an early lead. This goal was Jones’s 11th of the season and came from a well-placed assist by Sade Benjamin.
Goals from Both Sides
- Pwllheli’s Equalizer: Just eight minutes later, Stacey Sansome leveled the score, bringing excitement to the home crowd.
- Pwllheli Takes the Lead: In the second half, Jini Owen Hughes netted her 11th goal of the campaign, assisted by goalkeeper Sara Williams, putting Pwllheli ahead 2-1.
- NFA’s Late Stunner: As the match approached its conclusion, Sade Benjamin shone once more, scoring a stoppage-time equalizer in the 92nd minute. This marked her 10th goal of the 2025-26 season and solidified her status as NFA’s all-time leading scorer.
Llanystumdwy vs. Denbigh Town: A Close Contest
Meanwhile, in another thrilling encounter, CPDM Llanystumdwy faced Denbigh Town, with both teams settling for a 2-2 draw. Llanystumdwy’s Seren Ellis was a standout player, scoring two goals but unable to guide her team to victory.
Match Highlights
- First Goal: Ellis opened the scoring with an assist from Annest Roberts, showcasing her scoring prowess.
- Denbigh’s Comeback: Denbigh took the lead before halftime with goals from Bethany Kell and Vanessa Hodgson. Amber Hellon and skipper Catrin Bell provided crucial assists.
- Ellis Strikes Again: In the second half, Ellis scored her second goal, again assisted by Roberts, bringing her season total to six.
Despite both teams pushing for a winner, the match ended in a stalemate, highlighting the competitive nature of the league.
The draws from these matches reflect the balanced competition within the North Wales Coast Llandudno Kia Women’s League, showcasing emerging talent and fierce rivalry among the teams.
