MATCH REPORT: Brilliant effort from Kinmel Bay players in close defeat to Pwllheli

NORTH WALES COAST WOMEN’S LEAGUE – NOVEMBER 8, 2026

Kinmel Bay 1 (Perry 50)
CPD Pwllheli 2 (Moore 30, 38)

A hugely improved display from a Kinmel Bay side which had lost heavily to Pwllheli in two previous cup clashes this season.

Bay suffered a narrow 2–1 defeat at Y Morfa in a fiercely contested match that saw both sides pushing for the win right until the final whistle.

It was Pwllheli who broke the deadlock in the 30th minute when Heidi Condliffe found the feet of Sian Moore, who drilled the ball into the back of the net to give the visitors a 1–0 lead.

Just eight minutes later, Pwllheli doubled their advantage when their skipper delivered a lovely through ball into the path of Moore, who calmly slotted past Bay’s stand-in goalkeeper Yasmin Mills to make it 2–0 heading towards the break.

It was Moore’s 20th goal of the season, making her North Wales’ top scorer in women’s senior football at present.

HT | Kinmel Bay Ladies 0–2 Pwllheli Ladies

The second half saw both teams come out fighting, with the intensity showing no signs of slowing down. Both goalkeepers were called into action, producing vital saves to keep their sides in the contest.

Bay’s determination paid off in the 50th minute when Jaide Ang played a beautifully weighted through ball into the path of Lucy Perry, who showed great composure to tap past the Pwllheli keeper and pull one back for the home side.

With the game now wide open, Bay continued to battle in search of an equaliser, while Pwllheli remained dangerous and equally determined to secure all three points.

The closing stages were a real test of character, with both teams battling for every ball, putting in tackles and showing tremendous work rate across the pitch.

Despite Bay’s efforts, the equaliser wasn’t to come, and Pwllheli held on to claim a hard-fought 2–1 victory.

Whilst the result didn’t go their way, there was certainly no shortage of heart, determination or commitment from the Bay. Every single player left everything out on that pitch, and the effort shown from start to finish was something to be proud of.

🏆 PLAYERS OF THE MATCH

🧤 Kinmel Bay Ladies POTM – Yasmin Mills

Voted for by Pwllheli Ladies.

Stepping up between the sticks as a stand-in goalkeeper, Yasmin produced an outstanding display, pulling off a number of vital saves to keep Bay firmly in the game. A fantastic performance and thoroughly deserving of the recognition! 👏💙

⭐ Pwllheli Ladies POTM – Sioned Jones

Voted for by Kinmel Bay Ladies.

A commanding performance at the back from Sioned, who remained strong and composed throughout, helping her side withstand Bay’s attacking pressure.

🏆 MANAGER’S PLAYERS – KINMEL BAY LADIES

💙 Chloe Scanlan & Amy Chesters 💙

Today’s Manager’s Players go to our two full-backs, Chloe Scanlan and Amy Chesters.

Both players were exceptional in their respective left-back and right-back roles, demonstrating incredible work rate, strength, determination and defensive prowess throughout the game.

Their tireless efforts, commitment to every challenge and ability to stand strong under pressure proved pivotal for the Bay.