A glorious afternoon saw a vital chance of a double for Aberdare having defeated Porth Harlequins 3-1 earlier in the season but succumbed to defeat with a goal in each half. Lucas Lohuis and Floran Disco returned to the starting line up while there was a start from Matt Owen, a former Aber player who joined on deadline day. Aber attacked the Town end and a first minute Jack Salmon 30 yard free kick was held by the away 'keeper. Both sides enjoyed early forays, Victor Angaye heading away a 13th minute corner from Porth's left. A 17th minute move down their right saw Porth's effort over the bar, Cai McKenzie cutting in from the hosts left to win a fruitless corner. Angaye had an attempt go wide before, on the half-hour, the visitors right side corner was met just outside the area and a low drive went through everyone to gain a 1-0 lead. The 38th minute saw an Owen long throw fall to Southern Rowlands whose effort was well saved by the visiting custodian to leave the half-time score as 0-1. The interval saw a well deserved presentation of medals and league title shield to Aberdare Under 16's for winning the League. A 56th minute away move was headed wide before, on the hour, an unfortunate handball saw Porth convert the resulting penalty for 2-0. The introduction of several home substitutes, including the enthusiastic Jack Williams who had been part of the half time Under 16 celebrations, saw an increased Aber resilience. Owen saw an effort go narrowly wide while Porth were happy to defend solidly and hit their hosts on the break until an added time Angaye header could not give Aberdare some late consolation. The defeat leaves Aber plenty to do in their last two games, Llanrumney are the visitors on Saturday 25th April at 2.30pm. Team: Sam Josey, Jackson Barker, Elliott Hewings, Floran Disco, Kellan Webb, Southern Rowlands (Jack Williams), Lucas Lohuis (Sam Dancer), Matthew Owen, Victor Angaye, Jack Salmon, Cai McKenzie (Hadley Taylor) Sub not use: Ceri Jones, Cam Walker Player of the Match: -

Report by Ray Pearce | Photo by Dave McKenzie Published 18 April 2026