Glascoed FC
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| Full name | Glascoed Football Club | ||
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| Founded | 2024 | ||
| Ground | Llanarth Village Hall | ||
| League | Gwent Central League Division One (Tier 7) | ||
| Website | https://glascoedfc.cymru | ||
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Glascoed Football Club is a Welsh association football team based in Llanarth, Monmouthshire. Founded in 2024, the club plays its home matches at Llanarth Village Hall and competes in the Gwent Central League Division One.
History
[edit]The club was formed in the summer of 2024 by players and community members from the Torfaen area. From the outset, Glascoed emphasised grassroots development and community engagement, launching a crowdfunding campaign that raised £1,715 to purchase a Veo 3 camera to support match analysis and produce highlights for the local community.[1][2]
In September 2025, Glascoed’s debut season achievements were reported by multiple outlets including Yahoo Sports and the Free Press Series, highlighting both their competitive success and new sponsorship partnerships.[3][4]
2024–25 Season
[edit]Glascoed FC achieved a league and cup double in their inaugural campaign.
- On 14 November 2024, the club secured a 3–2 Benevolent Cup quarter-final victory against Mardy 2nds, in a match covered by the Abergavenny Chronicle and the Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Review.[5][6]
- On 3 May 2025, Glascoed won the Benevolent Cup final, defeating Clydach Wasps 1–0. The victory was reported by the Abergavenny Chronicle.[7]
- During the league season, the team achieved notable results including a 7–0 win over Usk 2nds, featured in the Monmouthshire Beacon.[8]
Fixtures and standings are tracked through official portals such as All Wales Sport.[9]
Community and Development
[edit]Glascoed has placed emphasis on local partnerships and community integration. In 2025, the club partnered with Vitalize Radio to sponsor weekly match highlights and promote fixtures across Monmouthshire.[10]
The club also released a digital commemorative magazine, Double Champions Edition, featuring player interviews and season retrospectives.[11]
Current squad
[edit]- As of 6 October 2025[12]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Current Technical Team
[edit]| Position | Name |
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| Chairman/Manager | Gavin Phillips
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| Joint Manager | Wayne James
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| Vice Chairman/First Team Coach | Aaron Ewers
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| Treasurer/Club Secretary | Barry England
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| Kit & Equipment Manager | Ethan James
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| Team Helper | Sam Bond
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Club History
[edit]| Season | FAW Tier | League | Final Position |
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| 2024–25 | 8 | Gwent Central League Two | 1st |
| 2025–26 | 7 | Gwent Central League One |
Honours
[edit]- Gwent Central League Division Two – Champions: 2024–25
- Benevolent Cup – Winners: 2024–25
References
[edit]- ^ "Glascoed FC – Football camera (VEO) fundraiser". Crowdfunder.
- ^ "Gwent-based football club raises funds to enhance its facilities". South Wales Argus. 8 April 2025.
- ^ Barnes, Jo (19 September 2025). "Grassroots football club celebrates standout debut season". Yahoo Sport.
- ^ "Glascoed FC in Monmouthshire celebrates debut season success". Free Press Series. 19 September 2025.
- ^ "Mardy push league leaders in cup thriller". Abergavenny Chronicle. 14 November 2024.
- ^ "Cup quarter-final thriller". Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Review. 14 November 2024.
- ^ Hartland, Nick (11 May 2025). "Cups of joy as Glascoed do double". Abergavenny Chronicle.
- ^ "Glascoed in seventh heaven at top of the league". Monmouthshire Beacon. 4 March 2025.
- ^ "Gwent Central League Division Two – Fixtures, Results, Table". All Wales Sport.
- ^ "Grassroots football club celebrates standout debut season". Yahoo Sport. 19 September 2025.
- ^ "Double Champions Digital Magazine". Glascoed FC.
- ^ "Squad". Glascoed FC. Retrieved 6 October 2025.