Penybont will look to extend their recent surge in form when they visit Cardiff MET at Cyncoed Campus on Saturday 31 October. The club has won four of its last five Cymru Premier matches, a run that has lifted them to third in the table with 30 points from 13 games.
That strong sequence includes a dramatic 3-2 victory over Afan Lido last weekend, a 3-1 win against Barry Town, and a 2-1 success over Airbus UK. The only blemish was a narrow 1-0 defeat away to GAP Connah's Quay. This form has kept them firmly in the title conversation, sitting seven points behind leaders The New Saints but with a game in hand on some rivals.
Cardiff MET's mixed form
Cardiff MET present a varied challenge, having experienced a mix of results themselves. Their last five outings include a 4-0 win over Ynyshir Albions and a 1-3 loss to Trefelin, alongside victories over Llandudno and Haverfordwest County. Their lineup in a recent match featured A. Davies in goal and J. Edwards in defence. The team currently sits in the lower half of the table, making them a potentially dangerous opponent fighting for points.
Penybont's last starting eleven, from the Barry Town win, included A. Pennock between the posts and M. Melbourne in defence, with midfielders E. Cann and T. Walker getting on the scoresheet. Cann netted twice in that game. The team's overall record this season shows 25 goals scored and just 11 conceded, giving them a healthy +14 goal difference. Key striker Sam Jones remains the league's joint-top scorer, adding a constant threat.
Manager Rhys Griffiths will be demanding his side maintain their focus ahead of a key period. After the trip to Cardiff, Penybont return home to face fourth-placed Caernarfon Town on 6 November in a match that could have significant implications for the European qualification spots. Griffiths highlighted the need for professionalism, stating that every match is a final if they want to achieve their European ambitions.
The squad's depth and current momentum will be tested, but with the league standings showing them in such a strong position, confidence is high within the camp. Preparation this week has centred on replicating the intensity shown in recent wins and starting quickly on the road. Several players returning from minor knocks are expected to be available, giving the manager full selection options.
