llanelli AFC vs The New Saints Match Recap - Oct 24, 2025

The New Saints Show Their Class with 4-0 Victory Over Llanelli AFC

On a chilly October evening at Stebonheath Park, The New Saints emphatically reaffirmed their status as Premier League frontrunners, dispatching llanelli AFC 4-0. After a shaky recent form, this performance served as a reminder of The New Saints' title aspirations, while Llanelli's struggles continued unabated, leaving them hovering perilously close to the relegation zone.

In the preview of this match, I had suggested that Llanelli might find inspiration in their recent Welsh Cup success, but the reality on the pitch proved to be starkly different. Perhaps I built the anticipation too high, imagining the possibility of an upset against the league leaders. Unfortunately for the home side, hope evaporated quickly as they were once again overwhelmed by a team that has averaged three goals per match this season.

The New Saints' opening goal, scored in the first minute of stoppage time of the first half, turned the tide decisively as the players headed to the break. The sense of urgency shifted, with Llanelli facing a mountain to climb. They could not have anticipated the unwavering storm that would follow. Just 17 minutes after the restart, The New Saints struck again, doubling their lead and further demoralizing the already beleaguered Llanelli side.

Despite a commendable 3-0 victory over Haverfordwest County just a week earlier, Llanelli was unable to build upon that success. Instead, they found themselves once again on the wrong end of a scoreline that mirrored their previous encounter with The New Saints, in which they endured a humiliating 6-0 defeat. The defensive failures that have plagued them all season reared their ugly heads here, as they conceded two late goals-a 72nd-minute strike further sealed their fate and sent the small but loyal home crowd home disappointed.

Currently sitting in 12th place with only eight points from 14 matches, Llanelli's plight is increasingly desperate. Their inability to score regularly has compounded their woes; they have now gone more than a month without a league win at home, a troubling reality that weighs heavily on the players. Each match is a battle for survival, and they must find resolve quickly if they hope to escape the relegation threat.

Meanwhile, The New Saints continue to thrive in the league, maintaining their position at the summit with 33 points. Their ascent seems effortless, characterized by graceful and quick transitions that bewildered the home defense. What lies ahead for them is a relentless pursuit of the title, and their recent performances suggest they are more than capable of achieving it.

As the season unfolds, both teams stand at crucial junctions. For Llanelli AFC, the fight is not just for points but for pride, and they must galvanize their talent to find a way back into contention. The New Saints, meanwhile, aim to build on the momentum of this decisive victory, solidifying their claim as the team to beat in Welsh football as they navigate towards what they hope will be another successful season.