A very warm welcome to you all as we face West Ham United at the Swansea.com Stadium.
The Hammers are visiting SA1 for the first time since the 2017-18 season, and it promises to be quite an occasion with the stadium sold-out and one of our highest attendances here anticipated, for a game between two teams who are among the early pacesetters in the Championship.
As I have mentioned previously, we have seen a step in attendances home and away so far this season, including some 1,400 of you making the trip to south London in midweek for the game at Millwall.
It goes without saying, but I will say it anyway, that we are incredibly grateful for the support you give Vitor and the players up and down the country, and we hope you feel you are seeing a team that is giving everything for this club and playing in a manner that is a reflection of the best traditions of Swansea City and our community.
The scenes in the away end were a joy to behold when Ronny found the back of the net and I can assure you, they were matched in the Directorsâ Box too. There are not many better feelings than winning away late on, particularly at such a difficult place to go.
If we are to be successful than all parts of the club need to be together and pulling in the same direction. To that end, the togetherness between fans and team is terrific to see, and I know how much it means to everyone connected with the club.
That togetherness has also been exhibited by the manner in which everyone has supported and stood with Jisung Eom after he was the victim of an alleged racist comment at The Den on Tuesday night.
There is absolutely no place for discrimination and behaviour of that nature in our game or in society, and we would like to again thank the match officials, Millwall and the police for the manner in which they handled the incident and we will now await the outcome of the ongoing investigations and assist in that process wherever we can.
Today our players will be wearing Together Against Racism t-shirts during the warm-up as part of a league-wide campaign, and the events of midweek have outlined just how important that message is.
It was clearly very difficult for Jisung, but he has the love and support of everyone at Swansea City. We stand with him and we are here for him.
Tuesdayâs win meant that we are now experiencing our best start to a season in over a century. We can sense the excitement among supporters and that is a wonderful thing to feel. We want you to feel positive about the direction the club is heading in but, as Vitor himself says regularly, for players and staff the focus has to remain on getting the most from each day and each game and utilising everything at our disposal to be as competitive as we can if every area.
At our last home game we were delighted to host John Toshack and members of his team from 1981. The love John has for the club shone through and the trip also provided you all the opportunity to show him what a special place he holds within the clubâs history and within our hearts. It was also apt that it was his teamâs record that the win surpassed as our best league start since the change to three points for a win in 1981.
We are facing a stern test today against an opponent who had been in the Premier League for a number of years, but it is one we are looking forward to an excited by. As always, everyone will need to play their part if we are successful so letâs get the stadium bouncing, get behind the team and create the best possible atmosphere for the players to perform.
I hope you all enjoy the game and thank you for your continued and unwavering support.
All the best YJBs
Tom Gorringe
CEO, Swansea City
Hello all, itâs good to be back with you at the Swansea.com Stadium as we welcome West Ham United to south Wales.
Itâs been a challenging week with three games straight on the back of a long international break, but the players have been so professional in their approach and how they have prepared for the games and they got their rewards with two wins from the two matches so far.
We again showed our character and resilience in midweek to claim all three points at Millwall. We knew that would be a very different test to the one we faced against Norwich, but the boys were resilient and committed to deal with the threats we knew they would pose.
I thought we grew into the game as it went on, and we started to ask questions and create some really good chances. We kept going and then we score a great goal with Ronald working so hard to get on the end of Josephâs cross. It summed up the spirit and effort of the team.
Part of being a team means you are there for one another in the good times and the difficult ones, and we are here for Jisung after the incident during the second half of the game.
There should be no place for any discrimination on the pitch, in the stands, or in life outside our game, and it is timely that today the teams will be warming up in t-shirts displaying the message that we are Together Against Racism.
We love Jisung, he is a very good player but he is also a good person, and we are here for him and whatever he needs. We will provide whatever assistance we can as the relevant authorities look in to what happened.
I know he has the support of all of you and everyone who holds Swansea City dear, and that connection we all feel between ourselves is one of the most important things.
We have had brilliant support at all our games this season, and it is exciting for us and the players to know there is a sell-out crowd for this game.
It is a tough test, against a very good side with a lot of quality within their squad. We respect West Ham a lot, and we also have belief in ourselves and our way of playing.
These games are the reason you play football and want to be involved. There are still things we can do better and areas to improve.
So we want to continue to be competitive and deliver a proper performance for you.
Enjoy the game,
VĂtor Matos,
First Team Head Coach
We welcome West Ham United and their fans to the Swansea.com Stadium this Saturday.
At the start of last season few of us would have anticipated this match being a Championship fixture this autumn. Those that did would probably have predicted West Ham to be in and around the play-off places when it kicked off, but who would have expected the Swans to have a two-point lead at the top of the table?
We are coming to the end of a difficult week on the pitch for the Swans with games against Norwich, Millwall, and West Ham after the greater part of the squad had been away with their national teams for this seasonâs extended international break.
Many of them played in all their countryâs fixtures and travelled thousands of miles. In contrast very few of Norwich Cityâs first team were involved with national squads so on resumption of domestic fixtures the Swans were facing much fresher opposition that had the benefit of considerably longer together to prepare for the match.
To the playersâ credit they matched Norwichâs energy from the outset even though they lacked some fluidity in the first half. Then, far from fading in the second, they turned the game around with two excellent team goals to win from a losing position for the third time this season.
A mid-week away game at handily placed Millwall was not the ideal follow up match. From the outset the boys had to absorb an expected and sustained aerial onslaught from the opposition but came through it with another strong second half performance capped by the 90th minute winner.
West Ham then followed that up with a comfortable away win at Lincoln City to leave them close on our heels as we head into todayâs match and both sets of supporters will be looking forward to an encounter characterised by the sort of attractive, free flowing football that is embedded in both clubsâ DNA.
It is a very long time since Swansâ supporters were as positive about the first team squad as they have been for the last few weeks. There are also many reasons to be optimistic about developments behind the scenes as the ownership tries to strengthen the Clubâs infrastructure by seeking to acquire the freehold of the stadium and training base, develop a new Fan Zone and re-establish the Clubâs Academy as Category One.
That last aim is important because, among other things, it will improve the development of our young players by enabling them to play better quality age range opposition on a regular basis. Currently the step from playing against Category Two opposition to the first team squad is too great, causing the Swans to have to send more young players out on loan to continue their development than is considered desirable.
One of the many programmes that the Supportersâ Trust operates within its efforts to bring the football club and community closer together off the field is its Schools Programme. You are probably aware that the Trust already significantly sponsors schoolsâ football, as well as local boys and girls junior leagues. In addition, the Trustâs Schoolsâ Programme supports pupils and students across the region in their GCSE, A Level and BTEC Business Studies courses by giving them a rare insight into how a large business like Swansea City AFC works.
This is achieved by means of enabling schools and colleges to visit and tour the stadium discussing all aspects of Swansea City AFCâs operations.
We like to think that the young people leave us at the end of the visit with very clear ideas concerning the off-field contribution made, and challenges faced, by a football club like Swansea. We are currently setting up the programme of school/college visits for season 2026-27 and anyone wishing their school/college to be involved should contact roger.goodwin@swanstrust.co.uk.
The players will be eager to extend their winning run this afternoon with a good, enjoyable performance against a team that, at the start of the season, many will have seen as potentially being our toughest league opposition.
In the two matches since the international break Vitor has needed to rotate the squad due to fatigue and the very different problems proposed by each opponent. The results and performances have demonstrated the depth and character of the squad. Everyone has risen to the challenge by demonstrating a mix of hard work, skill and football intelligence which will hopefully be enough for three points this afternoon.
So, letâs do our bit, create some noise and get right behind them from the off!
Roger
THE LATEST FROM THE DISABLED SUPPORTERS ASSOCIATION
Prynhawn da bawb, it was a great win against Norwich following the international break.
And another fantastic win at Millwall on Tuesday night this week - it's always lovely to see many of our DSA members travelling to these away matches.
We were all disappointed to hear that Jisung Eom was the subject of racist abuse - our DSA stands with you.
We are now wearing our DSA lanyards at the matches and we welcome any supporters who wish to come up and chat with us at any time. Please come and meet us. We love chatting with you, and it's always great that DSA members, friends and supporters all have such a great connection.
Keep sending us your comments following the games - we ensure that these are always forwarded to the correct departments at the club, who in turn look into any queries.
We are lucky as a DSA that we have positive relationships with many of the staff within the club, and are able to contact the relevant departments when needed. We are always treated with respect.
We have made pictures and words cards for the stewards - who will be wearing these on their lanyards. These will help disabled / non verbal fans who may need support but aren't able to ask. We hope that these will support many supporters.
Cofiwch ein bod ni yma iâch helpu a chefnogi bob amser.
Cath a Kelly
SWANSEA CITY SUPPORTS TOGETHER AGAINST RACISM
Swansea City is proud to support the EFL's Together Against Racism campaign, running from 16-26 October.
The campaign brings together the EFL and all 72 Clubs to challenge racism wherever it occurs and reinforce the message that it has no place in football, online or in our communities.
At Swansea City, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and able to enjoy football free from racism and other forms of discrimination.
Our matchday on Saturday, October 17 against West Ham United will be our dedicated matchday where we will show our support for the campaign and reinforce the message that racism has no place in football or society.
Swansea City is committed to the work we undertake in anti-racism. Through Show Racism The Red Card, we continue to play our part in tackling racism and promoting inclusion across our Club and community.
A key focus of this year's campaign is encouraging supporters to report racism as soon as it happens directly to Clubs.
Reporting incidents in this way can make a significant difference. EFL data from last season shows that 63% of live racism incidents reported directly to Clubs led to individuals being identified and action being taken and was over twice as likely to deliver an offender ID than a post-match report.
Last season, almost nine in every 10 successful identifications came from incidents reported directly to Clubs on matchday. By reporting concerns immediately, supporters help Clubs, stewards and authorities take quicker action, gather evidence and identify those responsible.
Supporters can find information on how to report racism directly to Swansea City here.
Together, we can help ensure football remains a place where everyone feels they belong.
Ahead of the Together Against Racism campaign, Trevor Birch, Chief Executive of the EFL, said: "Football has a unique ability to bring communities together and give people a sense of belonging. Racism undermines that bond, which is why it remains critically important that the EFL, its Clubs, players, staff and supporters stand united against it wherever it is seen or heard.
âEFL data demonstrates that when incidents are reported at the timeâthrough Club channels, to stewards or to the policeâthere is a significantly greater prospect of identifying those responsible and holding them to account. Last season, 51 people received bans and a further 15 attended education courses. The message is clear: the more information that is reported, the better the chance of ensuring that acts of hate have consequences.
âDiscrimination has no place in our game, online or in our communities. The EFL remains resolute in its commitment to confronting racism in all its forms.â
Every Club in the EFL contributes to this success story - whether through undertaking community anti racism and discrimination activity, initiatives, fan education work, fan engagement, working with authorities and the EFL Equality Code of Practice
It's fair to say Stephen Welsh has settled into life at Swansea City pretty well.
Since arriving from Celtic, the defender has started nine of the first 10 league games, helped the Swans establish an impressive defensive record and formed a promising partnership with Ben Cabango at the heart of the back four.
His first few months in south Wales have also brought another significant milestone, with Welsh earning his first senior Scotland call-up and going on to feature in all four of his country's matches during the September and October international periods.
It's been a rewarding spell for a player who spent much of his career working towards opportunities at Celtic, having joined the club's academy as a young boy and eventually made his first-team debut after years of hard work.
Now, with regular football under his belt and Swansea making an excellent start to the Championship campaign, Welsh is enjoying his new surroundings.
âIt probably couldn't have gone any better, especially on the pitch,â he says. âI came in and played every game. We've played well and we've been flying. To be honest, we've been excellent.
âOff the pitch, it's a good team, a good squad and good people in the changing room. I think that's one of the most important things, and it probably goes a bit unnoticed.
âYou need a good changing room. You need lads to be close together and do things with each other off the pitch, and then it helps on it.â
Born in Coatbridge, Welsh's journey into the professional game began at Celtic, where he joined the academy at around eight years old.
Coming through the ranks at one of Scotland's biggest clubs is never straightforward, with competition fierce from an early age, and young players regularly facing the prospect of being released as the club made decisions about its next generation.
âI started when I was probably seven or eight, and joined the academy when I was about eight years old,â he explains. âI then made my first-team debut when I was probably 19 or 20 years old.
âIt was a long process, going through all the age groups, but it makes it worthwhile when you end up becoming a first-team player.â
The demands began when he was still at school. Welsh moved to a school close to Celtic's training ground, allowing him to balance his education with an increasingly intensive football schedule.
His days would start early, with training before school, followed by further sessions later in the evening.
âI had to move school. We had a partnership with a school close to the training ground, so I would get picked up at about six in the morning, go to the school, train at 7.30am, go to school afterwards, and then we'd go up to Lennoxtown and train at 7pm,â he says.
âIt was pretty much a full-time job from the age of about 12 until now. You actually felt like a footballer. You felt the intensity and knew you needed to be one of the top players in the squad.â
The experience gave Welsh an early understanding of the sacrifices required to reach the professional game. Every year brought another test, with talented youngsters leaving the academy and the remaining players having to prove they deserved to stay.
âIt's a very tough system to come through. I think not many players do it. Not many players actually break through,â he adds.
âYou're pretty much told every year from the age of 10 or 11 whether you're getting kept on or getting released. You see a lot of players come and go, a lot of really good players leave at an early age, and some aren't even playing football anymore. It just shows how competitive that club is.
âFortunately, I was one of the lucky ones who got through.â
Reaching Celtic's first team was a major achievement, but Welsh quickly discovered that making the step up brought an entirely different level of pressure.
He had spent years being considered one of the promising players in the academy to suddenly training alongside established professionals who had helped Celtic dominate Scottish football.
The standard was a significant adjustment, even for a player who had spent so long preparing for that moment.
âI think the first few times I went and trained with the first team, it can be daunting for players. It's a scary thing. It's not easy, and I'm glad I don't need to do that again!â he says.
âEspecially the team I went into, it was the most dominant Celtic team there's ever been. The first few training sessions were hard, coming to terms with the standard and the intensity they played at.â
Welsh had to learn quickly. At a club where winning was the expectation, there was little room for complacency, and every appearance came with the knowledge that supporters expected their team to deliver.
âHonestly, for me, it was about taking every day as it came and not taking anything for granted. Even when I started playing, every day and every game, you couldn't take it for granted,â he explains.
âThe standards are so high, and the expectations are through the roof. You literally can't not win at the weekend. That's how high the board, the team and the fans set the standard. They want to see their team win every week, and in a certain way as well.â
There was also a personal connection to the club that made the experience particularly meaningful. Having grown up at Celtic, Welsh understood what it meant to the supporters because he had once stood among them himself.
âI think, even as an academy player coming through, there's probably a little bit more pressure on you because you feel like you're part of the fans. It's almost like a fan going in and playing. There's a lot more pressure, I feel,â he says.
Despite those demands, Welsh can look back proudly on his time at Celtic, having progressed from the academy to senior football and experienced the satisfaction of winning major honours.
The lessons he took from that period continue to shape him as a player, particularly now that he is adapting to a new club and a different league.
Few fixtures in British football compare with Celtic against Rangers, and Welsh knows first-hand what it means to be involved in one of the game's most intense rivalries.
With Swansea's south Wales derby against Cardiff City approaching, his experience of the Old Firm offers an interesting comparison ahead of another fixture that means so much to supporters.
For Welsh, however, the intensity of Celtic against Rangers is difficult to put into words.
âIt's one of the biggest derbies in the worldâ he says. âIt goes much further than a football game, It's people's lives.
âI really enjoyed it. I probably enjoyed the occasion and the atmosphere. If I was to tell you one game to go to if you haven't been, it's Celtic-Rangers. Either stadium, it's a game like no other.
âIt's the intensity, even the build-up to it. I've experienced that part of the world, so you need to tell the foreign lads before the game that you can't go out or do anything. You need to go to training and come home.
âDon't give anything to the press or the media. Don't give anything to anyone. You need to just stay grounded. The Scottish lads all know what it means.â
Welsh's move to Swansea this summer has given him the opportunity to put those experiences to use in a new environment, and his early performances suggest he has taken to the challenge.
Regular minutes have been important, allowing him to build confidence and develop an understanding with the players around him. Just as significant, though, has been the atmosphere within the dressing room.
The defender believes the relationships between teammates away from the pitch have had a real impact on performances when the pressure is on.
That was evident following Swansea's victory at Millwall, when the players celebrated together after such as demanding and dramatic contest in south London.
âYou saw the scenes at Millwall away on Tuesday night,â Welsh smiles. âI think that reaction just comes from everyone in the squad knowing how hard they work, and then to get your rewards at the end of such a tough game is even better.â
The result was another example of the determination within the group, but Welsh is under no illusions about the challenge that lies ahead.
With a long Championship season still to play, the priority is to maintain the standards that have helped Swansea make such an encouraging start.
âI've loved it so far. I hope it continues the way it is,â he says. âWe know it's not going to be easy. For me, it's still a full season left. There's still 36 games in it, so it's a long way to go, but we'll take each game as it comes.â
One of the most encouraging features of Welsh's introduction to Swansea has been the defensive partnership he has developed alongside Cabango.
The pair have helped the Swans establish a strong record at the back, with the work of the defensive unit playing an important role in their early-season success.
âI think, for defenders, the clean-sheet mentality is the most important thing for us,â he says. âIt sounds very simple, but you want to concede the least amount of goals you can.
âThat's what builds a good squad, a good unit and a good back four. The boys have been excellent in goal as well and have saved us a few times.â
The partnership with Cabango has developed quickly, with both players bringing different qualities to the defence. Understanding those differences, and knowing how to complement one another, is an important part of building a reliable centre-back pairing.
âWeâve played really well together. I think we complement each other really well,â Welsh adds. âWe probably have different playing styles, different strengths and different weaknesses throughout the back four and among the lads in front of us.
âOverall, the defence has been great, as I said, and it's important that we keep it going,â he says. âThe first 10 games have been excellent, but the most important games are the ones coming up for us. Now we need to keep looking ahead and try not to look behind us too much.â
Welsh's strong start at Swansea was rewarded with a memorable first senior Scotland call-up last month.
Having spent years on the fringes of international selection, the news was particularly meaningful for the defender, who had continued to work towards the opportunity without knowing when it might arrive.
âIt was a very proud moment,â he recalls. âI think I said it was, for me, a long time coming. I've been maybe on the fringes over the last few years without getting called up, so obviously it's disappointing when you feel like you're doing really well.â
When the opportunity finally came, Welsh made an immediate impression, starting Scotland's first match of the international period and going on to feature in all four games.
It was a remarkable change of circumstances for a player who had only recently begun a new chapter at Swansea.
âTo finally get it and then go and start the first game probably surprised me at first,â he says. âOnce you have the idea that you're playing, your full focus is just on playing the game.â
The fixtures provided a stern test, with Scotland coming up against strong opposition, including Switzerland. For Welsh, the experience of being involved throughout the international period was something he could scarcely have imagined just a few months earlier.
âIt was a tough start. We played against some really good teams. Switzerland were a real top side, but to go and play all four games is something that, a few months ago, even two months ago, I would never have thought I'd be involved in the squad for,â he says.
âSo, to go and play every game, it's a great feeling and a very proud moment.â
There was also a familiar face in the opposition during Scotland's meeting with Slovenia, with Swansea teammate Zan Vipotnik lining up against him.
Welsh knows the striker's qualities from their work together at club level, although the tactical set-up meant the pair were not always directly matched against one another.
âI know, I know!â he laughs when asked about facing Vipotnik. âI obviously know Vipi's strengths, and I probably didn't really play directly against him, just because of the formation we played.
âSlovenia were a good side as well. They showed that when they came to Hampden a couple of weeks ago. They were a real top side.â
Attention has now since returned to Swansea, with a set of challenging fixtures ahead offering another opportunity to build on their excellent start.
For all the individual progress Welsh has made since arriving in Swansea, he is clear that the team's success will depend on everyone continuing to do their part.
That includes the supporters, whose backing has been a feature of the Swans' start to the campaign, both at home and on the road.
The defender's celebrations with the travelling fans following the victory at Millwall reflected the connection developing between the players and the Jack Army.
And with another big crowd expected at the Swansea.com Stadium, Welsh hopes the team can continue to make home advantage count.
âThat's so important for us, especially at home,â he says. âWe want to make this a fortress. We want teams to almost fear coming to play us away, knowing that we've got a big pitch, a good team and the fans behind us.
âHopefully we can do that. It's up to us to create the atmosphere as well. We need to be on top of our game so that the fans come with us. Hopefully that can happen this Saturday.â
A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE
To celebrate the launch of Swansea Cityâs new away kit, which pays tribute to the strips worn during the 1996-97 and 1997-98 seasons, we look back at two memorable campaigns in the clubâs history.
Club historian Gwyn Rees takes us back to the Vetch Field, revisiting the stories, characters and memorable moments from those seasons, continuing with the 1996-97 campaign.
By the time the Swans faced Bristol City at home in the FA Cup first round, the season was already a third of the way through, with the side firmly stuck in the bottom half of the table, with no prospect of anything but a relegation struggle ahead. This was also a game that manager Molby would find himself involved in at this level for the first time in his glittering career. As always in these Sevenside derby games they were hard fought affairs, with the Swans unlucky to find themselves behind at the break due to a thirty-yard thunderbolt struck by Martin Kuhl in the final minutes of an absorbing opening half.
The Swans could count themselves unfortunate to go in at half time a goal behind, as centre forward Steve Torpey struck the crossbar twice in the opening half, while Coates saw an effort cleared off the line. Torpey finally got his goal his play deserved on seventy-one minutes, following a mele in the visitors defence he bundled the ball over the line to salvage a draw, but the Swans had to survive the final ten minutes with ten men after Kwame Ampadu was sent off following a second yellow card. Before the game a Day of Action had been organized by the various supporter's organizations of the club, these included amongst others the United Swans Supporters and the Independent Swansea City Supporters Club. It was billed as a day of positive action in support of the club, to draw attention to any potential buyer that the club was a viable proposition.
Two days after the battling performance in the cup against Bristol City, the side faced bottom of the table Brighton at home. The game was played on a cold November evening , on a pitch that was showing signs of wear, and this along with a crowd of just over two thousand six hundred lent itself to a game that never raised itself above the mediocre. But a vital three points were secured on the night with an early Dave Penny strike that pushed the team away from the bottom half of the league to just below a mid table place.
The third game in a week saw the team travel North to take on a Scarborough side who have had a great season finding themselves just outside the Play Off places at the beginning of the game. The game got off to an explosive start after just eight minutes, with Linton Brown and John Kay of the hosts being sent off after exchanging blows, after a late challenge on the Swansea man. The opening half was dominated mainly by the home side, and Roger Freestone was kept busy with a series of fine saves. After the break the Swans came more into the game due mainly to the promptings of Ampadu in midfield, and it was from one of his free kicks into the home sides penalty box that Lee Jenkins was able to side foot the ball home for the only goal of the game after keeper Ironside had failed to hold on to an initial drive from Steve Torpey.
It was back to cup action just a few days later, to play the return game against Bristol City at their Ashton Gate ground after the drawn game at the Vetch Field. And with most people still taking their seats, an error from the normally dependable Steve Jones after just seventeen seconds, when he lost possession after dallying on the ball, allowing Paul Agostino to seize his chance to race through and score. This goal rocked the Swans who looked shell shocked, with too many miss timed passes going astray, and though there was a slight improvement in the second half, it would be Bristol who would go on to play St Albans City in a second round tie.
PAST MEETINGS - SWANS V WEST HAM UNITED
As Swansea City get set to lock horns with West Ham United, we take a look back at four memorable meetings with the Hammers in years gone by.
Swansea City 4-1 West Ham
Barclays Premier League | March 3, 2018
Swansea City climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone with an emphatic victory over West Ham United at the Liberty Stadium.
Ki Sung-yueng got the Swans off to a flying start, guiding a low finish into the bottom corner after being teed up by Andre Ayew.
The hosts doubled their advantage before the break when Mike van der Hoorn rose unmarked to head home Kiâs corner.
The first half was overshadowed by a serious injury to West Ham defender Winston Reid, who required lengthy treatment following a collision in a goalmouth scramble before being carried off on a stretcher and taken to hospital.
Carlos Carvalhalâs side continued to dominate after the interval. Andy King reacted quickest to turn home the rebound after Adrian had denied Andre Ayew, before Jordan Ayew made it four from the penalty spot after his brother was fouled by Cheikhou Kouyate.
Michail Antonio grabbed a late consolation for the visitors, but it did little to take the shine off a crucial three points for the Swans.
Swansea City 1-1 West Ham
Barclays Premier League | January 10, 2015
Swansea City had to settle for a share of the spoils after recovering from a first-half setback to draw with West Ham at the Liberty Stadium.
The Swans created the better openings during the early stages but were unable to make their pressure count.
They were made to pay shortly before half-time when Andy Carroll produced a superb finish, lifting the ball into the top corner to put the visitors ahead.
Garry Monkâs side responded after the break, with substitute Marvin Emnes helping to inject fresh energy into the attack.
Their persistence eventually paid off when Bafetimbi Gomisâ header was turned into his own net by Mark Noble, restoring parity and ensuring Swansea extended their impressive home record.
Swansea City 3-0 West Ham
Barclays Premier League | August 25, 2012
Swansea City continued their outstanding start to life under Michael Laudrup with a convincing victory over West Ham, making it two wins from their opening two Premier League fixtures.
The hosts took the lead when Angel Rangelâs effort slipped beneath goalkeeper Jussi Jaaskelainen, giving the Swans a deserved advantage. Their second goal arrived courtesy of a costly defensive mistake, as James Collinsâ underhit back pass allowed Michu to race through and finish.
West Ham struggled to find a response, and Swansea put the result beyond doubt in the second half. A flowing attacking move ended with Danny Graham applying the finishing touch to complete a comfortable afternoon for the hosts.
The result sent Laudrupâs side to the top of the Premier League table, having scored eight goals across their first two games of the campaign.
Swansea City 1-0 West Ham
FA Cup Third Round replay | January 13, 1999
Swansea City knocked three-time winners West Ham United out of the FA Cup with a memorable 1-0 victory at Vetch Field in January 1999.
The Swans had come close to claiming the scalp in the original third-round tie at Upton Park, only for Julian Dicks to score a late equaliser after Jason Smith had given John Hollinsâ side the lead.
At the time, no club from the lowest division of the Football League had beaten a Premier League side in the FA Cup since the top flightâs formation in 1992.
Ten days later, Martin Thomas struck from 20 yards to put Swansea ahead in front of a packed Vetch Field. The Swans defended resolutely through against a team boasting the likes of Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand and Swansea-born John Hartson.
Roger Freestone was in fine form to secure a famous win over Harry Redknappâs Hammers, who went on to finish fifth in the Premier League that season.
CLUB CONNECTIONS
Frank Lampard
Frank Lampardâs connection with Swansea City came early in his career, when a loan spell in south Wales offered a first taste of senior football before he returned to West Ham United.
Lampard joined West Hamâs youth system in 1994 and made his professional debut the following year. He moved to Swansea on loan in October 1995, making nine appearances and scoring his first senior goal against Brighton and Hove Albion.
After returning to the Hammers in January 1996, Lampard established himself in their first team before joining Chelsea in 2001.
He went on to become Chelseaâs all-time leading goalscorer with 211 strikes, winning three Premier League titles and the Champions League during his time at Stamford Bridge and subsequently played for New York City FC and Manchester City.
He moved into management with an impressive spell at Derby, before having two stints with Chelsea and one with Everton before joining Coventry, who he guided to promotion to the Premier League last term.
Ĺukasz FabiaĹski
Ĺukasz FabiaĹski proved a reliable presence between the posts for Swansea City before carrying that form into a successful spell with West Ham United.
The Polish goalkeeper joined the Swans from Arsenal on a free transfer in 2014 and made an immediate impression, helping them beat Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford on the opening weekend.
FabiaĹski became Swanseaâs first-choice goalkeeper, playing every Premier League game in 2017-18 and earning the clubâs Player of the Season award despite their relegation.
He joined West Ham in June 2018 and enjoyed an outstanding debut season, playing every Premier League game and earning the clubâs Hammer of the Year award. He went on to make 216 appearances for the Hammers before leaving in 2025.
Leon Britton
Leon Brittonâs journey to becoming one of Swansea Cityâs most influential modern-day players began in east London, where he developed as a youngster at West Ham United before making his name in south Wales.
Britton joined West Ham from Arsenal in 1998, becoming one of the most expensive 16-year-olds in English football at the time. However, he was unable to break into the Hammersâ first team and moved to Swansea on loan in December 2002.
The midfielder made an immediate impact, helping the Swans preserve their Football League status before earning a permanent move in 2003.
He went on to make 520 appearances for the club, becoming a central figure in Swanseaâs rise from the fourth tier to the Premier League. He later captained the club, won the League Cup in 2013 and became player-coach before retiring from professional football in 2018.
Founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks FC, West Ham United reformed under their current name in 1900.
They moved to the Boleyn Ground in 1904, which remained their home for more than a century, before joining the Football League in 1919.
The Hammers reached the top flight in 1923, the same year they appeared in the first FA Cup final at Wembley. They went on to win the competition three times, in 1964, 1975 and 1980, and lifted the European Cup Winnersâ Cup in 1965.
West Ham finished third in the First Division in 1985-86, their highest-ever league position. The club also played a significant role in Englandâs 1966 World Cup triumph, with Bobby Moore, Geoff Hurst and Martin Peters all part of the victorious squad.
After moving to the London Stadium in 2016, West Ham enjoyed further success in Europe, winning the UEFA Europa Conference League in 2023. However, relegation from the Premier League in 2025-26 means they now face the challenge of rebuilding in the Championship.
LONDON STADIUM
Built: 2008
Location: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Stratford, E20 2ST
Capacity: 62,500
Nuno EspĂrito Santo took charge of West Ham United in September 2025 after a managerial career spanning Europe, the Middle East and the Premier League.
The Portuguese enjoyed significant success with Wolverhampton Wanderers, guiding the club to the Championship title in 2018 before securing consecutive seventh-place finishes in the Premier League and European qualification.
He also won the Saudi Pro League title and Saudi Super Cup with Al-Ittihad, before returning to English football with Nottingham Forest in December 2023. He led Forest to safety before overseeing a seventh-place finish in 2024-25.
Before moving into management, EspĂrito Santo enjoyed a playing career as a goalkeeper, representing Deportivo La CoruĂąa, Porto and Dynamo Moscow. He was also part of Portugalâs squad for Euro 2008, although he never won a senior international cap, before beginning his coaching career in 2010.
Jarrod Bowen is West Ham Unitedâs club captain, taking on the role in August 2024 after establishing himself as one of the clubâs most influential attacking players.
The dynamic winger joined the Hammers from Hull City in January 2020 and has since become a key figure, scoring the winning goal in the 2023 UEFA Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina to secure the clubâs first major trophy in 43 years.
Bowen previously impressed at Hull, scoring 54 goals in 131 appearances before making the move to the Premier League. He has also represented England at senior international level, earning his first call-up in 2022.
Konstantinos Mavropanos has emerged as one of West Ham Unitedâs key players, with the Greece international defender making an impressive start to the 2026-27 Championship campaign.
The centre-back, who joined the Hammers from VfB Stuttgart in August 2023, has already scored five goals this season, providing a significant threat from the back as West Ham look to secure an immediate return to the Premier League.
Known as âDinosâ, Mavropanos enjoyed an outstanding 2025-26 campaign, being named Hammer of the Year after his performances for the club. His form has continued into the new season, with his contributions earning him the Championship Player of the Month award.
JoĂŤl Piroe is another key attacking threat for West Ham United, having established himself as one of the Championshipâs most prolific goalscorers.
The Suriname international joined the Hammers from Leeds United on loan in August 2026, with an obligation to make the move permanent in 2027. He has scored 73 Championship goals for Swansea City and Leeds, winning the Golden Boot with 19 goals as Leeds secured promotion in 2024-25.
Piroe scored 44 times in two seasons in south Wales and was named Swanseaâs Player of the Year for 2021-22. After adding another 33 goals at Leeds, he switched international allegiance to Suriname in January 2026, having previously represented the Netherlands at youth level, and has made a bright start at West Ham, scoring three times in his opening league appearances.
ValentĂn âTatyâ Castellanos joined West Ham United from Lazio in January, signing a four-and-a-half-year contract with the option of a further year.
The Argentina international brings a wealth of experience from spells in the MLS, La Liga and Serie A. He won the MLS Cup and Golden Boot with New York City FC in 2021 before making headlines at Girona, scoring all four goals in a 4-2 victory over Real Madrid in 2023.
Castellanos scored seven goals in 22 appearances during the second half of the 2025-26 season and has continued his goalscoring form into the new campaign, offering West Ham an all-round attacking threat as they look to secure promotion back to the Premier League.
PHILLIP SMITH APPOINTED CEO OF SWANSEA CITY AFC FOUNDATION
Swansea City AFC Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Phillip Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer, signalling an important step in the charityâs continued development and long-term commitment to supporting communities across Swansea and South West Wales.
Phillip joins the Foundation with more than a decade of senior leadership experience within football community organisations.
Most recently, he spent nine years as Chief Executive Officer of Northampton Town FC Community Trust, where he led significant organisational growth, expanded the charityâs reach and developed a broad portfolio of programmes across health and wellbeing, education, youth engagement, inclusion and community development.
During his time at Northampton Town, the Trustâs work gained significant national and international recognition and awards for its innovation, community impact, fan engagement and approach to sustainability.
Throughout his career, Phillip has worked closely with football clubs, governing bodies, funders, local authorities, health partners and community organisations, with a strong focus on sustainable growth, partnership working and demonstrating meaningful social impact.
In his new role, Phillip will lead the Foundationâs vision, strategy and operations, working alongside staff, trustees, Swansea City AFC and community partners to build on the charityâs existing work and ensure it continues to create opportunities and improve lives across the region.
Speaking on his appointment, Phillip said: âIâm incredibly proud to be joining Swansea City AFC Foundation and excited about the opportunity to help shape the next stage of its development.
âHaving grown up in West Wales, this appointment also means a great deal to me personally. To have the opportunity to return to this part of the country, and use the experience Iâve gained throughout my career to contribute to the communities I grew up in, is incredibly special.
âThe Foundation already has a strong reputation for delivering programmes that make a genuine difference to peopleâs lives. My immediate priority is to get to know the team, our partners and the communities we serve, and to understand how we can build on those strong foundations.
âIâm really looking forward to working with everyone across the Foundation and the wider club to create even more opportunities for people across Swansea and South West Wales.â
David Jones, Interim Chair of Trustees at Swansea City AFC Foundation, said: âWe are delighted to welcome Phillip to Swansea City AFC Foundation as our new Chief Executive Officer.
âPhillip brings a wealth of experience from across the football community sector, including nine years leading Northampton Town FC Community Trust. His track record of developing organisations, building strong partnerships and delivering meaningful community impact made him an excellent fit for the Foundation.
âThe national and international recognition achieved during his time at Northampton also reflects the ambition, innovation and impact he has helped to drive throughout his career.
âThis is an exciting time for the organisation, and we believe Phillipâs experience, leadership and understanding of the sector will help us build on the strong work already being delivered by our staff and partners.
âHis personal connection to West Wales is also particularly fitting, and we look forward to working with him as we continue to develop the Foundation and increase our impact across the communities we serve.â
Phillip has taken up his position and will spend his first weeks meeting staff, trustees, partners and community stakeholders, as well as visiting programmes across the Foundationâs delivery areas.
To find out more about the work of Swansea City AFC Foundation, explore its programmes or discover opportunities to work in partnership with the Foundation, visit: www.swanseacity.com/foundation.
SWANSEA CITY 2-1 NORWICH CITY
Swansea City moved four points clear at the top of the Championship after staging a superb second-half comeback to beat Norwich City 2-1 at the Swansea.com Stadium.
Adam Idah and Moussa Yeo were on target for the Swans, the latter netting his third strike of the season to extend the clubâs unbeaten home record.
The victory continued the Swansâ impressive start to the campaign and strengthened their position at the summit ahead of the remaining Championship fixtures this afternoon.
MILLWALL 0-1 SWANSEA CITY
Swansea City underlined the resolute nature of their start to the Championship season as Ronald's late winner saw them record a fourth win in a row and beat Millwall at The Den.
The Swans had to weather long spells of pressure and countless deliveries into their box during the opening half but grew into the game as it went on and had the better chances.
Zan Vipotnik, Moussa Yeo and substitute Ross Stewart were unable to convert chances from close range, while some outstanding defending from Jenson Seelt, Filip Lissah and Ben Cabango ensured promising Millwall opportunities were snuffed out.
And they snatched all three points when Ronald arrived at the far post to turn in Opoku's cross, and this was a showing that further showcased the spirit and togetherness of Vitor Matosâs squad as they maintained their place at the top of the Championship pile.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR SWANSEA CITY WOMEN V BRITON FERRY LLANSAWEL AT SWANSEA.COM STADIUM
Tickets are now available for Swansea City Womenâs first fixture at the Swansea.com Stadium this season, when they host Briton Ferry Llansawel on Sunday October 18 (3pm).
Stadium fixtures are always a highlight of the calendar for Yzzy Taylorâs side, providing the players with the opportunity to play at the home of Swansea City and showcasing the womenâs game to help inspire the next generation of players and supporters.
The Swans have won four of their opening six league fixtures and will look to build on that strong start as they compete for silverware this season.
There will also be plenty for supporters to enjoy in the West Stand concourse, with a live DJ, face painting and a range of family activities available ahead of kick-off.
Supporters can secure their place for just ÂŁ5 for adults and ÂŁ1 for under-16s.
For this fixture, we've created a group bundle offer which is available to groups of 20 and above at ÂŁ1 per ticket.
Swansea City 2026-27 men's season ticket holders will be able to claim a ticket for free online. Please ensure you are logged in to your Swans Club account when visiting the ticketing site.
Parking will be free of charge on site.
TICKET PRICES
Adults - ÂŁ5
Under-16s - ÂŁ1
SWANSEA CITY AFC FOUNDATION TO LAUNCH PROJECT FOR FANS, SUPPORTED BY THE PREMIER LEAGUE
Swansea City AFC Foundation is delivering a fan-focused project with support from the Premier League Fans Fund. The Premier League Fans Fund provides grants to support football clubs at all levels of the game to strengthen connections between them, their fans, and local communities.
The fund supports a range of fan-focused and fan-led projects, helping to foster a sense of belonging through meaningful engagement. This includes schemes for under-represented groups, to further develop an inclusive and welcoming matchday experience for everyone.
Jacks for Good will harness the reach and appeal of Swansea City AFC to engage underrepresented fan groups and develop inclusive, accessible provision for four target communities: women and girls, people living in areas of deprivation, LGBTQ+ communities, and Welsh speakers. With one in four young people in Swansea living below the poverty line, the project will enable the club and its foundation to create meaningful, lasting impact across the local community, breaking down barriers to participation, promoting equality, and ensuring that more people feel welcomed, represented and connected through football.
âJacks for Good is a fantastic opportunity to ensure that football is for everyone, regardless of background, identity or circumstances. Through the Premier League Fans Fund, we can use the power of Swansea City to reach underrepresented communities, break down barriers and create a more inclusive matchday experience. From women and girls to LGBTQ+ supporters, Welsh speakers and those living in areas of deprivation, we want every fan to feel welcomed, valued and part of the Jack Army. This project is about building stronger connections between our club and our community, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to feel that they belong.â
Open to professional football club charities in the Premier League, English Football League, Womenâs Super League 1 and Womenâs Super League 2, the Premier League Fans Fund builds on the Premier League and clubsâ commitment to ensuring long-term engagement with supporters.
Following an initial ÂŁ5million commitment in 2023-2025, the Premier League has committed a further ÂŁ5million to the fund from 2026-2028. This will be administered through the Premier League Foundation. During the fundâs first phase, more than 100 projects engaged over 18,000 participants through nearly 9,000 sessions.
Premier League Director of Community, Nick Perchard, said: âFans are at the heart of football, and the strong connection between clubs and their supporters plays a vital role in the success of the game and the communities it serves.
âThe Premier League Fans Fund is helping clubs strengthen those relationships by supporting projects that respond to the needs and interests of their fans. Through investment in initiatives at Premier League, EFL and WSL clubs across England and Wales, the Fund will help create more inclusive, engaging and meaningful opportunities for supporters, while delivering lasting benefits in communities and ensuring football remains a positive experience for all.â
In season 2026/27, Premier League funding will support 137 fan-led projects that respond to local need, and which aim to improve the match day environment for fans, addressing a range of themes such as community cohesion; education, underrepresented fan groups and health and well-being.
Delivery is often themed around tackling inequalities to create community cohesion, covering areas like equality, diversity, and inclusion, mental health and wellbeing, physical health and wellbeing, providing education and training opportunities, supporting employability, and sustainability.
Funding is flexible to empower professional football clubs, and their club charities, to develop fan-focused and fan-led projects that respond directly to the needs of their local community.
To find out more about the Premier League Fans Fund, please visit www.permierleague.com
ACADEMY ROUND-UP | SWANSEA CITY WOMEN & GIRLS
Four Swansea City Women academy sides were in action last weekend, with plenty of action across the age groups.
Here's how each side got on in this week's academy roundup.
Under-13s
Swansea City Womenâs Under-13s continued their unbeaten league start with a 2-0 victory over Barry Town United on Saturday.
The Swans opened the scoring in the 17th minute, with Eva May Salmon finding the net for her third goal of the season.
Roy Thomasâ side then doubled their advantage in the second half, as Mia Price scored her first goal of the campaign to seal a third league victory of the season for the young Swans.
The result leaves Swansea second in the table with 10 points from four matches, ahead of Saturdayâs trip to league leaders Cardiff City.
Swansea City Women Under 13s: Ffion Evans, Maisie Rees, Ava Jones, Freya Griffiths, Isabelle Jones, Ava Salter, Eva May Salmon, Isla Edwards, Firdaus Nasir.
Substitutes: Ava Tipuric, Loti Adams, Mia Price, Lily Davies, Maisie Brown, Talitha Appleby.
Under-15s
The Swans Under-15s were narrowly beaten 3-2 by Barry Town United.
Swansea took the lead early on after winning possession in midfield through Ava Carman, who played Arianwen Budden down the left. Budden advanced before delivering a ball into the area, where Olivia Gill was on hand to convert from close range.
The Swans doubled their advantage before half-time. A long ball forward saw Imogen Phillips hold up possession before playing Gill in on the right. Gill looked up and squared the ball for Indie Roberts to score her second goal of the season.
Barry halved the deficit just before the break when a goal kick was not dealt with, allowing Eily Jenkins to find space just outside the area before guiding her effort past Poppy Thomas.
The visitors found an equaliser five minutes into the second half, with Ela Thomas embarking on a solo run past several Swansea players and into the penalty area before slotting home.
Barry then completed the turnaround late on as Thomas grabbed her second of the afternoon, winning possession high up the pitch before firing a low effort into the net.
The result leaves the Swans in fifth place in the National Academi Under-15s South ahead of Sunday's trip to face Cardiff City.
Swansea City Women Under-15s: Poppy Thomas, Ellianna Bidder, Arianwen Budden, Indie Roberts, Honor-Mai Dwyer (C), Ava Carman, Olivia Gill, Imogen Phillips, Skye Cannon, Isla Bishop, Ella Bowen.
Substitutes: Sophia Whapham, Grace Morgan, Amelia-Lily Sullivan, Ellie-May Scott, Alysha Barry.
Under-16s
Swansea City Womenâs Under-16s were knocked out of the Bute Energy U16s Welsh Cup on Sunday afternoon, losing 7-6 on penalties to Pontypridd United following a 2-2 draw.
The hosts made a strong start, with Holly Cummins scoring twice inside the opening 18 minutes to give Pontypridd a two-goal advantage.
However, the Swans responded positively and halved the deficit just eight minutes later through Arianwen Budden.
Swansea continued to push for an equaliser and were rewarded just before half-time, with Molly Silcox finding the net to bring the scores level at 2-2.
Neither side could find a winner after the break, sending the tie to a penalty shootout.
The Dragons ultimately prevailed 7-6 from the spot to secure their place in the next round, bringing the Swansâ cup campaign to an end.
Swansea City Women Under 16s: Madison Payne, Iola Parton, Carys Reason(Lily Stabler 70'), Honor-Mai Dwyer, Ruby Cannon (C)(Grace Morgan 71'), Elin Edwards, Lily May Woodland, Molly Wilcox, Arianwen Budden(Olivia Gill 69'), Ruby Dwan(Amelia-Lily Sullivan 70'), Seren Kirk.
Substitutes not used: Chloe Rees, Alysha Barry.
Under-19s
The Under-19s suffered a 6-3 defeat against Barry Town United at Llandarcy Academy of Sport.
Swansea took the lead in the sixth minute when a Caitlin Sweeney delivery found Ellie Gibbins, who brought the ball down for Lily Stabler to strike from just outside the area, sending her effort over the goalkeeper and into the net.
Barry equalised soon after, with a loose pass finding Hope Rees, who advanced before striking past Chloe Rees to level the scores.
The visitors took the lead four minutes later when Ava Coomer's long-range free-kick was initially saved by Rees, but Millie Breen was on hand to tap home the rebound.
Barry added a third in first-half stoppage time, with Breen grabbing her second of the afternoon with an effort from outside the area to give the visitors a two-goal cushion.
However, Swansea responded almost immediately through Lowri Jones. A long ball over the Barry defence from Stabler found Jones, who showed quick feet to shift onto her left foot before powering a shot past Mollie Murgatroyd.
The Swans drew level ten minutes into the second half when Jones raced onto a lobbed ball from Ada Woodman, this time shifting onto her right foot before slotting past Murgatroyd.
Barry regained the lead in the 68th minute when a long ball was not cleared by the Swansea defence, allowing Hope Rees to run through on goal and finish past Chloe Rees.
The visitors extended their advantage in the final 10 minutes, with Coomer scoring her second of the game before Breen completed her hat-trick from the penalty spot.
The result leaves Richard Harris' side in sixth place, with two wins from four league matches, ahead of Friday's trip to Cascade Youth Club.
Swansea City Women under-19s: Chloe Rees, Caitlin Sweeney, Darcey Phillips, Evie Evans(Robyn Preece 86'), Lily Stabler, Ada Woodman(Kelsea Verallo-Nicholas 72'), Lowri Jones, Susanna Cunningham, Megan Williams(Ffion Ferguson 51'), Ellie Gibbins(Dani Webster 86'), Darcie Trow(Sofia Gimblett 72').
Substitutes not used: Freya Morgan, Seren Tidy.
Y Clwb Cymraeg | The Welsh Club
Croeso i gornel Gymraeg Clwb PĂŞl-droed Dinas Abertawe. Ym mhob rhaglen gallwch ddysgu geiriau a brawddegau newydd, dathlu hanes y clwb a helpu i hyrwyddoâr iaith yma yn Abertawe.
Welcome to Swansea Cityâs Welsh language corner. Whether youâre a fluent speaker or just starting to learn, each programme will help you discover new Welsh words and phrases whilst celebrating the people, stories and culture that make the Welsh language such an important part of our club and city.
Shwmae!
Gyda West Ham United yn ymweld â Stadiwm Swansea.com, i ni'n dathlu diwrnod arbennig yng nghalendr y Gymraeg, Diwrnod Shwmae Su'mae, sy'n cael ei gynnal bob blwyddyn ar 15 Hydref er mwyn annog pobl ledled Cymru i ddefnyddio'r iaith yn eu bywydau bob dydd.
With West Ham United visiting the Swansea.com Stadium, we're celebrating a special day in the Welsh-language calendar, Diwrnod Shwmae Su'mae, which takes place every year on 15 October to encourage people across Wales to use the language in their everyday lives.
O Abertawe i Lundain - John Hartson
Mae ymweliad West Ham heddiw yn gyfle perffaith i gofio un o ymosodwyr mwyaf adnabyddus Cymru, John Hartson. Cafodd ei eni yn Abertawe ym 1975, cyn mynd ymlaen i fwynhau gyrfa lwyddiannus ar draws Prydain.
Ar Ă´l cyfnodau gyda Luton Town ac Arsenal, ymunodd Hartson a West Ham United ym 1997, gan ddod yn ffefryn ymhlith cefnogwyr y clwb diolch i'w gryfder a'i allu i sgorio goliau.
Aeth John mlaen i gael llwyddiant mawr gyda Celtic, ond roedd cynrychioli Cymru bob amser yn rhan bwysig o'i yrfa. Enillodd 51 cap dros Gymru, gan sgorio 14 gĂ´l dros ei wlad.
Erbyn heddiw, mae'n wyneb cyfarwydd ar y teledu fel sylwebydd pêl-droed, ac mae hefyd yn siarad Cymraeg. Mae'n enghraifft wych o Gymro sydd wedi gwneud ei farc ym myd pêl-droed, gan barhau i gynnal ei gysylltiad â'i wreiddiau Cymreig.
Rho Gynnig Arni! - Give It a Go!
I ddathlu Diwrnod Shwmae Su'mae, beth am roi cynnig ar ddefnyddio ychydig o Gymraeg heddiw?
ToâŻcelebrateâŻDiwrnodâŻShwmaeâŻSu'mae,âŻwhyâŻnotâŻtryâŻspeakingâŻaâŻlittleâŻWelshâŻtoday?
| Cymraeg | English |
| Shwmae! | Hello! |
| Sut wyt ti? | How are you? |
| Iawn, diolch! | Fine, thanks! |
| Wyt ti'n barod am y gĂŞm? | Are you ready for the game? |
| Beth yw'r sgĂ´r? | What's the score? |
| Dewch âmlaen! | Come on! |
| Mwynhewch y gĂŞm! | Enjoy the game! |
Does dim llawer gwell na gĂ´l fuddugol yn y munud olaf oddi cartref. Am gyfnod hir nos Fawrth, roedd hi'n edrych fel petai'n mynd i fod yn noson rwystredig i'r Elyrch yn erbyn Millwall. Fe ddechreuodd y tĂŽm cartref yn gryf gan achosi problemau i ni yn ystod yr hanner cyntaf, ond fe wnaethom ni aros yn y gĂŞm a thyfu iddi wrth i'r noson fynd yn ei blaen.
Ac yna, yn y 90fed munud, fe gamodd Ronald i'r adwy. Dim ond ychydig funudau oedd y dyn o Frasil wedi bod ar y cae cyn iddo sicrhau'r tri phwynt, gan sbarduno dathliadau gwyllt ymhlith y Jack Army oedd wedi gwneud y daith i Lundain.
Doedd hi ddim yn berfformiad perffaith, ond mewn tymor hir dydych chi ddim wastad yn mynd i fod ar eich gorau. Yr hyn sy'n bwysig yw gallu dod o hyd i ffordd o ennill y gemau hynny hefyd. Dyna oedd barn VĂtor Matos ar Ă´l y gĂŞm. Fe ddisgrifiodd y perfformiad fel un "aeddfed iawn", gan ganmol meddylfryd ei chwaraewyr a'u penderfyniad i barhau i frwydro tan y chwiban olaf.
Roedd hi'n dri phwynt arall, llechen lân arall ac, efallai'n bwysicach na dim, yn enghraifft arall o'r cymeriad sydd yn y garfan hon. Yn anffodus, cafodd y fuddugoliaeth ei chysgodi gan honiadau o gam-drin hiliol tuag at Jisung Eom, gyda'r gêm yn cael ei hatal dros dro. Does dim lle o gwbl i hiliaeth mewn pêl-droed nac mewn cymdeithas, ac mae unrhyw gam-drin o'r fath yn gwbl annerbyniol. Mae Eom yn haeddu cefnogaeth lawn pawb yn y clwb.
West Ham United yw'r ymwelwyr y prynhawn ddydd Sadwrn, yn fy marn i, dyma fydd ein prawf mwyaf hyd yma'r tymor hwn. Mae ganddyn nhw garfan llawn ansawdd, profiad ar y lefel uchaf a chwaraewyr sy'n gallu newid gĂŞm mewn eiliad. Mae'n her wahanol i lawer o'r rhai rydyn ni wedi eu hwynebu hyd yma, ac mae'n un fydd yn rhoi syniad da iawn i ni o ble rydyn ni arni.
Ond does dim rheswm i fynd i mewn i'r gĂŞm gydag unrhyw ofn. Os oes un peth rydyn ni wedi ei ddysgu hyd yma'r tymor hwn, mae'r Elyrch yn gallu cystadlu ag unrhyw un yn y gynghrair hon. Rydyn ni wedi dangos ein bod ni'n gallu ennill mewn gwahanol ffyrdd. Rydyn ni'n gallu rheoli gemau gyda'r bĂŞl a chwarae'r math o bĂŞl-droed rydyn ni eisiau ei chwarae, ond mae nosweithiau fel Millwall hefyd yn dangos ein bod ni'n gallu amddiffyn, bod yn amyneddgar a dod o hyd i foment pan fo'i hangen fwyaf.
Bydd angen y rhinweddau hynny i gyd yn erbyn West Ham. Byddan nhw'n dod yma gan ddisgwyl bod ymhlith y timau cryfaf yn y Bencampwriaeth, ac mae hynny'n golygu bod gennym ni gyfle i brofi ein hunain yn erbyn un o'r timau gorau sydd gan y gynghrair i'w cynnig. Mae'n rhaid parchu'r ansawdd sydd ganddyn nhw, ond nid eu hofni.
Rydyn ni wedi dangos yn barod y tymor hwn ein bod ni'n gallu curo unrhyw un ar ein diwrnod, ac yn ein stadiwm ein hunain, gyda'r Jack Army y tu Ă´l i'r tĂŽm, bydd West Ham yn gwybod eu bod nhw mewn am brynhawn anodd. Ar Ă´l y ffordd y daeth y fuddugoliaeth yn erbyn Millwall, bydd y chwaraewyr yn mynd i mewn i'r gĂŞm hon gydaâr gred bod nhwân gallu ennill. Dyma'r prawf mwyaf hyd yma.
Swansea City Under-21s turned round a one-goal deficit to claim a 2-1 victory on the road over Colchester United last Tuesday.
Colchester's Alex Faux opened the scoring in the opening stages before Sebastian Dabrowski levelled the scoreline on the stroke of half time.
Josiah Kallicharan headed home the winner in the 64th minute, earning back-to-back league wins for the age-grade side.
The Uâs good start was rewarded as from Lennox Emeryâs left wing corner, Alex Faux converted at the near post on eight minutes.
Emery had an effort blocked while at the other end, Bobo Evansâ left-foot strike went just wide of the left-hand post.
Enoch Sampsonâs header was held by Jakub Nowak but the Swans levelled on 44 minutes through Sebastian Debrowski, who volleyed in after Harlan Perryâs delivery had only been partially cleared.
Colchester started the second half brightly and Nowak dived to tip away Chiwomeâs cross-shot for a corner while for the visitors, left winger Kai Rhodes came back inside and saw a deflected shot go side.
Faux drove a shot over the bar following a Uâs free-kick but Swansea scored what proved to be the winner on 64 minutes.
Kallicharan headed in, after goalkeeper Oscar Roberts under pressure could only push his clearance upwards from Joe Daviesâ corner.
Swansea City Under-21s: Jakub Nowak, Billy Clarke, Sebastian Dabrowski, Harlan Perry, Staitham Bowen, Iestyn Jones, Joe Davies, Bobo Evans, Josiah Kallicharan, Yori Griffith, Kai Rhodes.
Substitutes: Kaleab Meronn, Xavvie Mcintosh-Wells, Ramon Rees-Siso, Thomas Searle, Gregory Asemokhai.
Swansea City Under-18s returned to winning ways following their 3-1 victory over Queens Park Rangers last Saturday.
The Swans suffered their first defeat last time out against Bristol City, but three points against the R's meant the age-grade side still sit top of the Professional Development League table.
Alex Godfrey had the Swans one-goal up within five minutes. Alfie Jones' corner was taken short to Solomon Baker as the number 10 squared it to Godfrey and the forward raced towards the ball unmarked before sending it curling into the bottom corner.
Twelve minutes later, the visitors drew level through Declan John De-Vulgt with score one-all at the break.
The Swans left it late into the final quarter as Kai Rhodes regained the lead through a smooth team move from the other end of the pitch. Rhodes latched on to Kamron Williams' initial effort which was blocked and half-volleyed it into the net.
Six minutes from time, Kaven Bloniarczyk got a third as he chipped the ball over the line from a highly-taken Alfie Jones free kick.
Swansea City Under-18s: Xavvie McIntosh-Wells, Kaven Bloniarczyk, Kamron Williams, Alffi Hughes (Bobo Evans 46), Jack May, Rio Hassan (Dempsey Singer 72), Alex Godfrey (Kaleab meron 72), Alfie Jones, Harvey Gray (Ifan Harding 59), Solomon Baker (Buster Morgan 59), Kai Rhodes.
Substitutes: Jakub Nowak, Elis Thomas.
Swansea City Women suffered an 8-1 defeat to reigning Genero Adran Premier champions Wrexham Women at the ThermaGlaze Ground.
Hat-tricks from Katie Barker and Faye Knox, alongside goals from Lili Mai Jones and Mikayla Wildgoose, condemned the Swans to their first home defeat of the season on a difficult afternoon for Yzzy Taylorâs side.
It was an even opening but Knox gave the visitors the lead, allowing Wrexham to then take control of proceedings. Barker added a brace to give the reigning champions a 3-0 advantage at half-time.
Things would go from bad to worse for the Swans after the break, with the visitors scoring four goals in 20 minutes. Barker and Knox both completed their hat-tricks, while Jones also found the net for the Red Dragons.
Swansea pulled a goal back late in the second half through Chloe Chivers, who netted her fifth goal in three games. However, Wildgoose rounded off the scoring with a header from a free-kick to seal an emphatic victory for the visitors.
A superb early opportunity fell to the Swans as Chivers initiated a quick counter-attack down the left before delivering an inviting ball into Aimee Deacon. However, the forward dragged her effort wide from close range, a chance she would have been disappointed not to convert.
The opening 20 minutes were relatively even before Wrexham took the lead. The ball fell to Knox around 20 yards from goal, and she cut inside before producing a superb curling effort that beat Amelia Forkings in the Swansea goal.
Knox almost doubled her tally just minutes later when Barker played the ball into the forward, who struck first time. However, her effort was kept out by Forkings, who made a good save with her leg.
Wrexham continued to control proceedings following the opener and came close to adding a second when another delivery from the right, this time from Barker, found Ava Suckley. The forward struck first time, but Forkings reacted quickly to get down and deny her.
The visitors found their second 10 minutes before the interval after Swans defender Caitlin Williams was penalised for handball inside the area. Barker stepped up from 12 yards and, although Forkings guessed the right way, the goalkeeper could not stretch far enough to keep out the penalty.
Wrexham almost added a third shortly afterwards when Jones played a ball over the Swans defence towards the far post. Millie Davies met it with a first-time volley, but her effort rattled against the post and away to provide some relief for the hosts.
Wrexham would add a third goal before the break after being awarded another penalty, with Ellie Lake penalised for pushing Suckley inside the area.
Barker stepped up once again, but this time her spot-kick was saved by Forkings. However, the Wrexham forward reacted quickest to convert the rebound and complete her brace.
The Swans nearly found a way back into the game early in the second half. A superb ball into the box from Chivers found Ellie Lake, but Phoebe Davies got in front of the Swans number five to produce an excellent defensive clearance and deny what looked like a certain goal.
However, Wrexham extended their advantage moments later when Suckley nodded the ball into Barkerâs path, allowing the forward to convert from close range and complete her hat-trick.
The visitors added a fifth minutes later when Knoxâs curling effort took a deflection off Jess Williams and found its way into the net.
A sixth goal soon followed as the Swans struggled to clear their lines inside the area. Knox capitalised on the loose ball to find space and fire home, completing her own hat-trick.
Wrexham continued to add to their tally and found a seventh on the hour mark. Maria Francis-Jones set up Lili Mae Jones outside the area, and the forward lifted an excellent effort over Forkings and into the net.
Swansea managed to find a consolation with 20 minutes remaining when Aoife Sheridan played the ball into Chivers. The forward tried her luck from around 20 yards out, finding the corner with an excellent finish to register her fifth goal in three games.
However, Wrexham rounded off the scoring when Mikayla Cookâs set-piece delivery found the head of Wildgoose, whose looping effort sailed over Forkings to complete an emphatic win for the reigning champions.
Swansea City Women: Ameliia Forkings, Lauren Davies, Ellie Lake, Sammy Wynne(Lily Deacon 82'), Aimee Deacon(Maddy Murray 59'), Chloe Chivers, Taite Trivett, Caitlin Seaborne(Aoife Sheridan 69'), Eilish Mitchell, Caitlin Willliams(Quianna Wheeler 69'), Jess Williams (C).
Substitutes not used: Opal Rayner, Maisie Miller, Monet Legall.
Wrexham Women: Liz Craven, Phoebe Davies, Lydia Sallaway(Mikayla Wildgoose 63'), Jodie Bartle (C), Katie Barker, Millie Davies(Mikayla Cook 63'), Ava Suckley(Evie Sadler 63'), Amy Reidford, Lili Mai Jones, Maria Francis-Jones(Sarah Harvey 73'), Faye Knox(Mariam Mahmood 79').
Substitutes not used: Sophie Nash, Natalie Clark.
CAMERON BURGESS | ROAD TO RECOVERY | EPISODE ONE
Following his Achilles injury, Swansea City defender Cameron Burgess has allowed the Swans TV cameras to chronicle his road to recovery.
In this first episode, brought to you in association with our partners AG1, the centre-half undergoes surgery to repair the injury, has his stitches taken out, and takes the first tentative steps in his physical rehabilitation.
WHO AM I?
Watch Marko Stamenic and Lawrence Vigouroux test their sporting knowledge as they play 'Who Am I?'
Will Vigs once again come out on top, or can Marko knock him off his perch?
LEON BRITTON | WAY DOWN BY THE SEA | PODCAST
Undisputed Swansea City great Leon Britton is the latest guest on the club's official podcast 'Wayn Down By The Sea'.
The midfielder played more than 500 games for the Swans, and featured in all of the top-four divisions having initially arrived on loan from West Ham in 2003.
From the foot of the fourth tier to the heights of the Premier League, working with Brian Flynn, Kenny Jackett, Roberto Martinez, Brendan Rodgers and Michael Laudrup along the way, Britts has seen it all and he has some wonderful stories to tell and memories to share.
This is a must-listen for all football fans.
This is me and my father; David and Robert Murawski with a Swansea City legend. We recently went to watch Velez Mostar against Sarajevo in September and we bumped into Dzemal Hadziabdic.
We are both season ticket holders and were thrilled to meet one of the club's greats.
We are from Pembrokeshire and are so happy the Jack Army are supporting our baby who has TGA. Baby Thompson Tiny Tickers baby charity.
Shwmae Junior Jacks,
Welcome back to the Swansea.com Stadium!
Weâre so glad you could join us for todays match Junior Jacks, it has been a very exciting week for the Swans, now theyâre back at home to take on the Hammers. Do you think we can beat them?
Todayâs Take Five quiz is about the visitors and a little bit of general knowledge. Click the button below to test your knowledge.
Our score prediction for todayâs match is 1-0 to the Swans and we think Opoku will score!
What do you think the score will be?
Uppa Swans,
Cyril and Cybil
The other day, a friend randomly WhatsApped me a photograph of the North Bank toilets at the Vetch.
âPerhaps the best toilets in League Two back in the day,â boasted the accompanying text.
Iâm not sure whether he was taking the âproverbialâ, but thatâs not quite how I remember the facilities behind the popular terrace.
In fact, I have spent the past 20 years trying to forget them!
I loved the Vetch. The old lady was the stage for so many treasured memories, but the North Bank bogs are not amongst them!
Itâs fair to say that by the time the bulldozers moved in, the ground had seen better days â despite a number of facelifts.
One of those improvements saw todayâs visitors arrive for a Division Two match on 10 January 1981, a date which marked the opening of the new ÂŁ800,000 East Stand.
Standing on the North Bank that day, I marvelled at the bright white, modern structure behind the goals away to my left.
The stand housed 1,841 shiny new black seats, above a spotless concrete terrace. It replaced the old, treacherously slippery railway sleepers which were set into a sloping mound of earth and wide open to the elements.
Topped off with an almost futuristic floodlight pylon on its roof, the new East Stand stood in stark contrast to the other three sides of the ageing ground.
Its opening was a big occasion. There was a special souvenir programme and hundreds balloons launched before the game â this was really pushing the boat out in the early Eighties!
They were genuinely exciting times, memories of which were evoked so powerfully last weekend with the visit of former player-manager John Toshack and stars from his legendary promotion winning teams of that era.
Some of todayâs younger fans may have been wondering what all the fuss was about, but to supporters of a certain age, they were the heroes of our day.
The opening of the East Stand added to the all-round excitement which was gripping the city as Tosh and his team rocketed from the Fourth to First Division â journey which was completed later that season.
Unfortunately, the remainder of the Vetch Field development, which was planned to extend along the length of the Centre Stand, never materialised. I wonder whether the Swans would still be playing there if it had?
I still sometimes find it hard to believe, even after more than 20 years, the Swans are now playing in a purpose-built, all-seater stadium with the kind of facilities we could only have dreamt of back on that day in 1981 â even in the shiny new stand.
As much as I loved the Vetch, there is no comparison with the mod cons we enjoy here at the Swansea.Com Stadium.
Many will maintain nothing could match the atmosphere conjured up by a packed Vetch, but I would argue this stadium more than gives it a run for its money when filled to the rafters, as it will be for the Hammers latest visit this afternoon.
Itâs also hard to believe West Ham have been away from Upton Park for more than 10 years now.
I know many of their faithful were reluctant to vacate the Boleyn Ground, just as Swans fans were loath to leave the Vetch.
Many complain the London Stadium, built to host the 2012 Olympics, just doesnât have the feel of a traditional football ground. Let alone the kind of electric atmosphere the Irons used to generate at their former home.
Iâve never been to a football match at the London Stadium, but I have attended major athletics meetings there.
During the summer, I was lucky to be trackside when Josh Kerr broke the mile world record.
I was standing next to speaker stack which was generating the kind of output the likes of Metallica would have nodded their heads in approval at.
But as the Scottish athlete started his final lap, the stadium commentary, which had been blasting my ears just seconds before, was completely drowned out by the wildly excited 60,000 crowd.
During almost 50 years of attending all kinds of sporting events, it was the loudest roar I have witnessed at any stadium. A genuinely spine-tingling experience.
I know many supporters complain that the sightlines at a stadium built for athletics donât lend themselves to football, but thereâs no doubt itâs an incredible venue.
And Iâm sure there wasnât always a completely unobstructed view from the belly of the infamous âchicken runâ at Upton Park â even if it was literally situated within touching distance of the players!
One thing I donât envy Hammers fans is the tortuously slow walk back to Stratford Station. I was lucky it was a gloriously sunny day as I negotiated the stop-go restrictions along the route. I hate to think what it could be like in mid-January next year!
Nevertheless, I still think us fans are better off today than we were back in the day - even when I recall fantastic Vetch Field occasions such as the historic FA Cup replay win over the Hammers in 1999.
The 1-0 victory saw the Swans become the first fourth tier club to dump Premier League opposition out of the competition.
In the interest of balance, I should probably mention that West Ham had the last laugh on the day the East Stand turnstiles clicked for the first time back in 1981.
The visitors won 3-1 in a match where the starting line-ups boasted a liberal sprinkling of all-time club legends on both sides. For the record, the teams were:
Swansea: Dave Stewart, Brian Attley, Dzemal Hadziabdic, John Mahoney, Nigel Stevenson, Leighton Phillips, Robbie James, Alan Curtis, Leighton James, Jeremy Charles, Neil Robinson.
West Ham: Phil Parkes, Ray Stewart, Frank Lampard, Billy Bonds, Alvin Martin, Alan Devonshire, Pat Holland, Paul Goddard, David Cross, Trevor Brooking, Geoff Pike.
Hopefully, the visitors wonât be party poopers again this afternoon and the Swans continue the outstanding start to the season which they extended at Millwall on Tuesday night.
Unfortunately, the dramatic last minute win was tainted by the alleged racist abuse aimed at Jisung Eom.
The incident is desperately disappointing, especially coming in the wake of the incident involving Adam Idah, while on international duty.
However, it was heartening to again witness the widespread condemnation of the incident and the impressive togetherness which seems to have been built within this squad in a relatively short space of time.
The unbridled joy of the playersâ celebrations immediately after Ronaldâs winner, and again following the final whistle when the players gathered in front of the travelling Jack Army, were a delight to watch.
Toshackâs players often spoke of the wonderful team-spirit within that squad. This set of players appears to be following in their illustrious footsteps under the leadership of Vitor Matos.
Come on you Swans!
There is really nothing like sitting at the top of the Championship table to bring a smile to the face, is there Jacks?
What an incredible start to the season and what excitement as we head into this afternoonâs game to know that the stadium is going to be packed â a sell-out!
Todayâs visitors, West Ham United, tasted the bitter pill of relegation as they made their exit from the Premier League with a defeat to Leeds United on the final day of last season, ending 14 years in the top flight.
Eight years ago, a Stoke City win here at the Swansea.com sent us to the Championship and while there have been glimmers of hope and runs of decent results in that time, the realists among us have known that the likelihood of it happening was slim.
Then, there were too many variables and inconsistencies on and/or off the pitch.
And now?
Iâm always amused when I read social media comments on various groups and forums, because the majority of us remain realists, donât we? I saw one comment this week that said âyou wonât find us Jacks getting ahead of ourselves and expecting automatic promotion at this stage in the seasonâ and I think thatâs largely true.
Weâve been around this league for long enough to know how tough it is and how difficult it is to maintain form for 46 games, especially when there are so many variables and there is so much unpredictability across a campaign.
So, we wonât get ahead of ourselves. But the table doesnât lie. Todayâs match will be a good indicator of what weâre about and Iâm sure Vitor and the boys will be relishing it as much as we are.
The ridiculously long international break and the amount of our players travelling all over the world to compete for their national sides was bound to be disruptive, yet last Saturdayâs win showed the determination in our squad to grind out results.
Tuesday night at the Den looked like it was going to produce a point on the road, which is perfectly acceptable, but Ronald had other ideas. A winner in the 90th minute. If those two results donât speak volumes about the mentality of our squad, I donât know what does.
These players remind so many of us of the ones who got us our promotion to the Premier League back in 2011. If you havenât yet seen the latest episode of the official club podcast, Way Down By The Sea, with Leon Britton, do give it a watch, because he recalls that season and the squad who made promotion possible â many of them, including Britts, had been with us when we were struggling for our very survival.
âI think the atmosphere has been fantastic this season. Itâs probably the best itâs felt in a long time,â he told Sophie and Trunds.
âThereâs a real buzz around the supporters. Theyâre coming into the stadium excited. They can see the squad that weâve got, the manager that weâve got and his enthusiasm and passion. That togetherness and rapport he has with them.
âI think thereâs a real optimism amongst supporters and everyone around the city that Swansea hopefully can achieve something.â
Well, if Britts can say it, Iâm sticking my neck out â weâve shown our early season credentials. Weâre more than a fifth of the way through the season. We should be hoping that this is our year. Daring to dream might not be the Swansea way, because we carry the scars of disappointments past, but perhaps it should be.
Enjoy the game, Jacks.
JULIE KISSICK
We are all Jacks is Swansea Cityâs commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion both within the club and throughout the local community.
Working with international and local charities, as well as supporter groups, Swansea City strives to ensure that a visit to the Swansea.com Stadium is a welcoming experience for everyone regardless of sex, sexuality, gender identity, religion, race, disability, or age.
The club takes a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, harassment, victimisation, bullying and abuse.
REPORT IT â IN THE STADIUM
Supporters are encouraged to report instances of abusive and discriminatory language within the stadium by using the anonymous text and Whatsapp number (07886 276015) providing details of the incident and your location in the stadium.
Messages will be charged at the standard rate for your network provider.
The details from the message will be received at the match control room, where any necessary investigation and/or action will be taken.
The club will also record the mobile number of the individual reporting an incident to aid with any inquiries.
Supporters can also use support@swanseacity.com to report instances of discrimination.
An audio commentary service is available for blind and partially sighted fans â provided by Radio City, the Swansea University Health Board Hospital Radio Service.
Radio City has a long association with the football club dating back to the days when the club was known as Swansea Town.
Since moving to the Swansea.com Stadium, the broadcaster has provided a live descriptive commentary service for free at all Swansea home matches, meaning that blind and partially-sighted supporters in both the home and away ends can follow the action.
In order to book a headset for the match, supporters can contact the accessibility team in advance by emailing accessibility@swanseacity.com, or contacting the ticket office from Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm by calling 01792 616629 and selecting option one.
Supporters can also book headsets in person in advance at the ticket office, or on the day by speaking to a Disability Liaison Steward on the day.
To learn more about Radio City, visit www.radiocity1386am.co.uk.
The inclusion room at the Swansea.com Stadium is open every matchday for supporters who may require a quiet space during games.
Supporters will be able to attend live matches at the Swansea.com Stadium with the comfort of knowing there is a designated area should they need it. The room is available to any supporter that may require a quiet space.
The space will be monitored by a designated disability liaison steward and provides a safe space with a disabled toilet, a projector to watch the live game, and dignity packs for those who need it.
While some supporters who require a time away from the crowds may prefer to use this room as a quiet space, it will also be possible to watch the match live on a screen projected onto the wall meaning supporters who require the space for any reason donât have to miss a moment of the match action.
The room is located in the West Stand and, while supporters who feel they may benefit from the use of the space will be recommended to sit in that stand, it will be accessible for anyone in any part of the stadium.
Any supporter who feels overwhelmed by the matchday environment for any reason can gain access to the room by making themselves known to a steward or disability liaison steward.
Head Coach Vitor Matos
1 Andy Fisher
2 Josh Key
3 Jenson Seelt
4 Jay Fulton
5 Ben Cabango (C)
6 Marko Stamenic
7 Melker Widell
8 Elijah Just
9 Žan Vipotnik
10 Jisung Eom
12 Jeremy Monga
14 Josh Tymon
15 Cameron Burgess
16 Tom Iorpenda
17 Gonçalo Franco
20 Tiago Parente
22 Lawrence Vigouroux
23 Stephen Welsh
26 Filip Lissah
29 Paul Farman
30 Joseph Opoku
31 Ross Stewart
33 Adam Idah
35 Ronald
39 Evan Watts
40 NUMBER RETIRED
44 Thomas Woodward
46 Stephen Eustaquio
49 Moussa Yeo
50 Carter Heywood
Head Coach Nuno EspĂrito Santo
1 Mads Hermansen
2 Kyle Walker-Peters
3 Maximilian Kilman
4 Edson Ălvarez
5 Morato
7 Arne Engels
9 JoĂŤl Piroe
10 Manor Solomon
11 Taty Castellanos
14 Divine Mukasa
15 Konstantinos Mavropanos
17 Mohamadou KantĂŠ
18 Adama Boiro
19 Pablo
20 Jarrod Bowen (C)
21 Keiber Lamadrid
22 Maxwel Cornet
23 Alphonse Areola
27 Soungoutou Magassa
28 TomĂĄĹĄ SouÄek
30 Ollie Scarles
34 JoĂŤl Veltman
35 Edvin Austbø
49 Finlay Herrick
58 Airidas Golambeckis
61 Lewis Orford
63 Ezra Mayers
66 Joshua Ajala
Referee: Josh Smith
Assistant Referee 1: Adam Nunn
Assistant Referee 2: Andrew Fox
Fourth Official: Tim Robinson
STAFF LIST
Honorary Club President - Alan Curtis MBE
Directors
Andy Coleman, Brett Cravatt, Jason Cohen, George Popstefanov, Chris Sznewajs, Tyler Morse, Nigel Morris, Todd Marcelle, Keith English, Martin Morgan, Paul Meller.
Chief Executive Officer: Tom Gorringe
Associate Directors: Diane Hughes
Minority Owners: Luka ModriÄ, Snoop Dogg, Martha Stewart
FIRST-TEAM STAFF
Head Coach - Vitor Matos
Head of Goalkeeping and analysis â Pedro Pereira
First Team Coaches - Kris O'Leary and Leon Britton
Head of Medical - Dr Jez McCluskey
Staff: Toze Mendes, Goncalo Ricca, Diogo Mendeiros, Ailsa Jones, Matt Murray, Thomas Gittoes, Michael Eames, Shaun Baggridge, Adam Mahoney, Patrick Orme, Lewis Binns, Chris Watkins, Jack Oliver, Harri Mathias, James Cole.
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Chief Executive Officer: Tom Gorringe
Sporting Director: Ben Stevens
Head of Operations and Facilities: Andrew Davies
Head of Football Operations and Administration: Ben Greenwood
Head of Media and Communications: Andrew Gwilym
Head of Safeguarding: Rebeca Storer
HR Manager: Nicola Butt
Head of Commercial: Katie Doyle
Head of Facilities: Gordon David
Head of Supporter Services: Hayley Ford
Head of IT: Jonathan Jones
CLUB STAFF
Football Operations & Administration Manager: Rebecca Gigg
Head of Partnerships: Lee Merrells
Head of Hospitality: Catherine Thomas
Head of Ticketing: David Enstone
Grounds Manager: Evan Davies
Club Ambassador: Lee Trundle
PROGRAMME PRODUCTION
Contributors: Andrew Gwilym, Rachael Tucker, Mackenzie Thomas, Cerith White, Sophie Davis, Mackenzie Squires, Sammy Wynne, Osian Cleaver, Hayley Ford, Owen Morgan, Julie Kissick, Gwyn Rees, James Dow.
Designers: Callum Rothwell, Jac Elsey.