Llanelli AFC travel to Caerau (Ely) for a Welsh Cup Round of 64 tie on Friday night. The match kicks off at 19:45 local time and offers a swift chance for redemption after a difficult league campaign.
Llanelli AFC sit 16th in the FAW Championship with just two points from 11 games. Their recent form shows five consecutive defeats, the most recent a 6-2 loss away to Ynyshir Albions last weekend. That result left them with nine goals scored and 33 conceded this season, a goal difference of minus 24.
Recent struggles
Their last meeting with Friday's opponents ended in a 3-0 defeat at Caerau (Ely) on September 11. Since then, results have included a 2-0 loss at Llantwit Major and a 2-1 home defeat to Baglan Dragons. The team's standings position reflects a challenging start.
Kai Whitmore scored two late penalties in the 6-2 loss to Ynyshir, while Ethan Morgan netted in the defeat to Baglan Dragons. The cup provides a break from league pressures, with the next Championship fixture at home to Afan Lido on October 23.
The Welsh Cup tie at Caerau (Ely) is scheduled for Friday, October 16.
