Denbigh Town’s Central Park to host Victory Shield internationals

Report: Ollie Williams

One of Wales’ most progressive football clubs will host two upcoming prestigious Victory Shield internationals.

Two of Wales’ three matches will take place at Central Park, Denbigh Town as Cymru face the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in the historic competition.

The matches will take place on November 6th and 8th as Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland all face off in the competition which has been a favourite since 1925.

Central Park joins Colliers Park (Wrexham), Deeside Stadium (Deeside) and Llanellian Road (Colwyn Bay) as host stadiums for this year.

The home nations all compete at Under-16 level with Ireland hosting in 2022 and lifting the trophy last time out.

Wales last won the competition in 2021/22 as joint champions with Scotland and last won it outright in 2016.

“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome more international football to Central Park,” said Denbigh Town chairman Shon Powell.

“Following the recent announcement that we’ll be a host ground for the 2026 U19 European Championship, this gives local supporters and those further afield a chance to whet the appetite as we prepare.

“To have Wales playing twice at Central Park is fantastic, especially when this age group will all be possible contenders for the tournament in three years’ time back here.

“We hope to welcome as many people as possible to Denbigh and are proud to fly the flag for the county in regards to hosting international matches”.

Denbigh Town Football Club looks forward to welcoming all teams to Central Park for what will be a fantastic occasion.

Fixtures at Central Park:

06/11: Wales v Northern Ireland
08/11: Wales v Republic of Ireland

Please note, kick-off times are to be confirmed.

FACTFILE

• Denbigh Town are one of five stadiums to host the 2026 U19 European Championships announced in September
• Denbigh Town has hosted a number of international matches at Central Park in the previous two years, most recently in April 2023 (Wales v Kazakhstan Women U19)
• The Victory Shield was previously shown on Sky Sports, England pulled out of the competition in 2015.
• Central Park is due a major redevelopment with plans announced by the club that will include new a new main building at the ground ahead of the tournament in 2026.

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