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Wales Online
4 days ago
- Sport
- Wales Online
Plans for semi-professional club in Wales to have VAR system installed
Plans for semi-professional club in Wales to have VAR system installed The Football Association of Wales has submitted a planning application to Pembrokeshire Council for the installation of a VAR video operations room at Haverfordwest County FC's home ground A match official checks a VAR screen (Image: Getty Images ) A proposal to install VAR (Video Assistant Referee) technology at a Pembrokeshire football stadium used by a semi-professional team has been lodged with planners. The Football Association of Wales has submitted a planning application to Pembrokeshire Council for the installation of a VAR video operations room and related works at Bridge Meadow Stadium, the home of Haverfordwest County FC. An accompanying statement from agent Wardell Armstrong outlines: "The Football Association Wales has recognised opportunities to strengthen, improve and build the standard of football and the image associated with Wales's top football league." It further details the Cymru Premier Strategy 2024-2030, which includes plans to enhance the quality of club facilities, branding, and recognition in the Cymru Premier League, as well as bolstering the on-field product over the next six years. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . The statement adds: "The implementation of VAR as part of this plan will allow referees to perform at the highest possible level, providing quality decision-making to benefit players, fans and television audiences." The system, known as VAR, "comprises of a Video Assistant Referee who is a qualified official that watches video footage of the game with access to multiple screens, angles and replays with the purpose of assisting the on-field officials to come to the correct decision," it explains. Bridge Meadow in Haverfordwest (Image: Local Democracy Reporting Service ) It adds: "VAR is used globally, currently assisting referees in associated football leagues of over 70 countries to minimise the risk of human error and to enable the referee to make the correct decision using video technology. "From the 2025/2026 season, VAR Light will be implemented in all Cymru Premier matches. VAR Light operates on the same principles as VAR – with a Video Assistant Referee but without a replay operator." It further elaborates: "Footage from VAR camera installations will be transmitted to a self-contained Video Operations Room, where the VAR will be located. The match referee will conduct any suggested on-field reviews in a designated Referee Review Area adjacent to the pitch, where a monitor will be installed on match days. "After reviewing the infrastructure at the Ogi Bridge Meadow Stadium, it has been determined that the existing buildings cannot accommodate the Video Operations Room, necessitating the provision of new additional accommodation." The application will be reviewed by county planners at a future date. Article continues below
BBC News
5 days ago
- General
- BBC News
FAW reveals Adran Premier dates for 2025-26
The 2025-26 Adran Premier season will begin on Sunday, 7 September, the Football Association of Wales has final round of phase one fixtures will take place on Sunday, 25 January, two kicks off on Sunday, 15 February, 2026 and comes to an end on Sunday, 5 April, City Women will be looking to win a fourth successive Genero Adran title next season having finished 10 points clear of Briton Ferry Llansawel in 2024-25.
Pembrokeshire Herald
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Urdd Launches New Projects to Celebrate Wales's Women at Euro 2025
Six new projects including a Jambori, a new anthem for the Euros and presence in Switzerland WALES' largest national youth movement, Urdd Gobaith Cymru has announced the details of six new projects to celebrate and support the Cymru women's national football team at the UEFA Women's Euro 2025. The Urdd has received funding through the Welsh Government's Euro 2025 fund to host six projects. The Urdd's campaign will inspire, support, and empower young women and girls to keep active and break down the barriers that prevent them from participating in sport. One of the main projects is the Euros Jambori; a national, virtual singalong event held in partnership with the Football Association of Wales, S4C, Boom Plant and BBC Cymru Wales, giving children across Wales an opportunity to show their support for the women's national team and join in the Euro celebrations. This follows the success of the Urdd's 'Jambori Cwpan y Byd' (Wales's World Cup Singalong) which brought together over 250,000 children to sing and celebrate together in support of the men's team back in 2022. The Euros Anthem will also feature in the Jambori as composer Caryl Parry Jones is tasked with composing a brand-new anthem to support the national football team. The popular band Eden, along with singers Aleighcia Scott and Rose Datta, winner of S4C's Y Llais competition, will also join the Jambori to perform the anthem live. The Gwerin #FelMerch project, in partnership with TwmpDaith project, will enable Urdd members to travel to Switzerland to showcase contemporary folk talent from Wales. Gŵyl Chwaraeon Ewros – the Euros Sports Festival has already taken place at Aberystwyth, and the #FelMerch Campaign Ambassadors will visit Switzerland during the campaign. As a legacy to the Euros, a #FelMerch One-day Conference will be held this autumn, ensuring the Euros legacy and continue the Urdd's aim to empower women and girls through sports. During Eisteddfod yr Urdd, the Urdd's sports area will offer a range of various activities for children throughout the week, focusing on empowering through sports. Golf activities will be held daily to celebrate the AIG Women's Open which is being held at Porthcawl this year – the largest women's sporting event of its kind to be held in Wales. Siân Lewis, the Urdd's Chief Executive said: 'The fact that the Welsh women's team is competing in the UEFA Women's Euro for the first time ever presented us with a fantastic opportunity to deliver new projects that align perfectly with our #FelMerch campaign. We're looking forward to seeing these projects inspire children and young people across Wales, giving them the opportunity to support the team, to feel proud of their Welsh heritage, and to take part in special sporting and arts events in Wales and Switzerland. 'We are very grateful to the Welsh Government for funding all this activity, and to the Football Association of Wales and all our partners for being so willing to working with us. These projects will allow us to reach our goals of Welsh-language community activities throughout Wales that will inspire children and young people to feel part of this special football campaign.' Culture and Sports Minister, Jack Sargeant, said: 'We're taking a collaborative 'Gorau chwarae, cyd chwarae' approach to create a lasting legacy from Cymru Women's historic Euro 2025 qualification. Our £1m fund will use the invaluable expertise of a range of organisations like the Urdd to enhance our tournament presence and build a legacy that will benefit communities long after the final whistle. 'The six new Urdd projects – announced today – will not only boost participation in sport across our communities but will also showcase Wales and our culture on the international stage.' A Football Association of Wales (FAW) spokesperson said: 'The FAW is incredibly excited and proud to see so many organisations and initiatives embracing and celebrating Cymru's first-ever appearance at a women's tournament this summer. 'The Urdd's projects, supported by Welsh Government's EURO 2025 fund, are a powerful example of how football, creativity, and culture can unite to inspire a nation. 'These initiatives will not only ignite support for Cymru during the tournament but also empower girls and women across Wales to get involved in football at every level of the game. Together, we're building a legacy that will inspire the next generation of players, coaches, referees, and fans.'
Wales Online
19-05-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Wales' Euros squad to be announced on the 1,085m summit of Yr Wyddfa
Wales' Euros squad to be announced on the 1,085m summit of Yr Wyddfa Rhian Wilkinson will make the announcement on the top of Wales' highest peak Rhian Wilkinson will name her squad for Wales women's first major tournament (Image: Gareth Everett/Huw Evans Agency ) The Football Association of Wales has announced that Rhian Wilkinson will name her Euro 2025 finals squad on Thursday, June 19 from Wales' highest summit, Yr Wyddfa, marking UEFA's tournament tagline "the summit of emotions". Rhian Wilkinson's squad announcement will come from 1,085 metres above sea level with spectacular views of Eryri National Park and there will be a number of events in Gwynedd that day including a football festival in Talysarn and Q&A in the evening. Rhian Wilkinson said: "Being able to announce our first ever major tournament squad on Wales' summit will be a truly special occasion. "The area is very close to my heart having visited regularly with my family during my time growing up in Wales and since then, and it is also a place that's incredibly special for several of our players. "We hope that hosting the event on the summit will showcase our country's natural beauty and will help put Wales on the world stage during our participation in this summer's EUROs." Article continues below Content cannot be displayed without consent Wales will face England, France and the Netherlands when they compete in Group D at their first major tournament this summer. Sign up to the Don't Take Me Home newsletter here . In their final two competitive games before the competition, they will face Denmark on May 30, and Italy on June 3 in Swansea. Article continues below
South Wales Argus
09-05-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Treowen Stars promoted to Cymru South with Gwent trio also in mix
The Newbridge side won the title and have been successful in their application to the Football Association of Wales for a licence to play in the second tier. The race to be runners-up is going to the wire with Caldicot Town, who have played all their fixtures, currently sitting in that spot. However, third-placed Chepstow Town will go above them to finish second if they win against fourth-placed Goytre on Saturday. Goytre beat Chepstow 2-1 in midweek and they will be in the box seat if they avoid defeat. A draw would put Chepstow above Caldicot on goal difference but the Pontypool club would be five points back with games to come at Abercarn and Tredegar. Goytre, who have won six and drawn one of their last seven, would need just one more success from their remaining fixtures if they win in Caldicot. All three of the Gwent clubs have been granted tier-two licences and that will mean they progress to an Ardal South play-off for a place in Cymru South. Ardal SW champions Cardiff Draconians have been denied a licence on infrastructure ground but are appealing that decision. Football Association of Wales rules state that the team finishing second will be promoted if they have a tier-two licence and runners-up Ynyshir Albions have been given the green light. In that situation the team finishing third will go into the play-offs if they have the criteria for promotion, and Swansea University also have been granted a licence. Treowen will join Trethomas Bluebirds, Newport City and Cwmbran Celtic in Cymru South, with the Gwent quartet potentially becoming a quintet in the coming weeks.
