Aberystwyth Exiles FC Reserves 2–10 Llanishen FC 2XI

Cardiff University Sports Fields | 14:00 KO

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Llanishen FC 2XI delivered an emphatic attacking display away from home, hitting double figures in a dominant 10–2 victory over Aberystwyth Exiles FC Reserves at the Cardiff University Sports Fields.

Having won the reverse fixture 3–1 back in September, Llanishen arrived sitting top of the league and full of confidence. Aber, still searching for their first win of the season at the foot of the table, were immediately put under intense pressure from kick-off.

 

Fast Start Sets the Tone

Aber kicked off, but Llanishen quickly took control of possession. Early warning signs came through G. Jones, who drove past multiple defenders before feeding E. Bridgeman, whose strike found the side netting.

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The breakthrough arrived in the 8th minute.

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⚽ Boyle Opens the Floodgates (8’)

A long throw found J. Carless, whose delivery into the box wasn’t dealt with. K. Boyle reacted first and fired home.

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0–1 Llanishen.

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Two minutes later, it was two.

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⚽ Rowlands Doubles the Lead (10’)

D. Parry’s corner was met sweetly on the volley by C. Rowlands.

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0–2 Llanishen.

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Llanishen were relentless. In the 18th minute, K. Boyle linked up with D. Parry, who squared for J. Carless to slot home.

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0–3 Llanishen.

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Straight from the restart, the pressure continued.

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⚽ Parry Makes It Four (19’)

Quick switching play ended with D. Parry finishing confidently.

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0–4.

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Two minutes later, Parry grabbed his second with a composed volley after excellent build-up play.

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0–5 (21’).

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And it didn’t stop there.

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⚽ Gibbins Adds a Sixth (26’)

J. Gibbins struck from 30 yards, his effort deflecting off a defender and into the net.

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0–6 Llanishen.

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Aber pulled one back just before half time after capitalising on a defensive lapse.

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Half Time: 1–6

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Second Half Control

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With a five-goal cushion, Llanishen remained composed, though Aber showed more intent early in the half and reduced the deficit in the 58th minute via a clever backheel from a free kick.

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2–6.

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Despite that brief resurgence, Llanishen’s attacking quality proved too strong.

Substitutions brought fresh energy, and the goals resumed.

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Late Goal Rush

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⚽ Carless From Distance (75’)

A.Goddard fed K.Kaura, who laid it back for J. Carless to fire home from outside the box.

2–7.

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⚽ Kaura With a Rocket (80’)

After a corner routine, K. Kaura struck from range to make it eight.

2–8.

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⚽ O’Brien on the Scoresheet (86’)

A.Goddard threaded it through for S. O’Brien to finish calmly.

2–9.

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⚽ Goddard Makes It Ten (87’)

E. Josty’s long-range effort was spilled by the keeper, and A. Goddard reacted quickest to convert.

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2–10 Llanishen.

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Full Time

Aberystwyth Exiles FC Reserves 2–10 Llanishen FC 2XI

A ruthless and dominant performance from the league leaders, showcasing attacking depth, sharp movement, and clinical finishing.

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Player of the Match - Jake Carless

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Goal Highlights - Aberystwyth Exiles FC Reserves v Llanishen FC 2XI