Bala Town Sign Cymru Premier Striker John Owen
First-Team Manager Steve Fisher welcomed the addition: 'John is exactly the kind of player we wanted to bring in — experienced, hard-working, and with a proven track record in this league. His mentality and hunger to succeed will be a massive asset for us. He knows this division inside out, and we're thrilled to have him on board.'
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