Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07 16:10 | - |
Cardiff City Women vs Wrexham Women
|
5-1 |
| 04/07 16:10 | - | Pontypridd Town Women vs The New Saints Women | 0-3 |
| 04/07 16:10 | - |
Barry Town Women vs Cardiff Met Women
|
1-2 |
| 04/03 18:45 | - |
Swansea Women vs Aberystwyth Women
|
1-1 |
| 03/31 13:00 | - |
Swansea Women vs Cardiff City Women
|
2-0 |
| 03/27 19:45 | - | The New Saints Women vs Pontypridd Town Women | 4-0 |
| 03/27 19:45 | - | Aberystwyth Women vs Wrexham Women | 0-2 |
| 03/27 19:45 | - |
Cardiff City Women vs Swansea Women
|
4-0 |
| 03/27 19:30 | - |
Cardiff Met Women vs Barry Town Women
|
2-0 |
| 03/24 14:00 | - | Pontypridd Town Women vs Barry Town Women | 2-1 |
| 03/24 14:00 | - |
Wrexham Women vs Swansea Women
|
2-3 |
| 03/17 14:00 | - |
Swansea Women vs Aberystwyth Women
|
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Teams
Swansea Women
Cardiff Met Women
Cardiff City Women
Port Talbot Women
Aberystwyth Women
Abergavenny Women
Cyncoed LFC Women
The New Saints Women
Barry Town Women
Pontypridd Town Women
Llandudno FC Women
Briton Ferry Women
Rhyl Women
Caernarfon Town Women
Wrexham Women
Cascade YC Women
Cardiff Women
Caldicot Town Women
Wikipedia - Adran Premier
The Adran Premier (English: Premier Division, formerly the Welsh Premier Women's League), currently known for sponsorship reasons as Genero Adran Premier, is the highest level of league competition for women's football in Wales. Established in 2009, it is organized by the Football Association of Wales and features three semi-professional teams. As of 2024, the league is ranked 42nd overall by the UEFA Women's association club coefficients.
History
In its first three seasons, the league was divided into two Conferences that played a double round robin, with the winner of both contesting a final for the championship. The first season featured no relegation, from the 2010–11 season onwards, the last placed team in each conference got relegated.
Since 2012–13 the league is played in one group only. In 2015–16 two teams were relegated. The eight clubs who formed the League were Aberystwyth Town Ladies, Caernarfon Town Ladies, Llanidloes Ladies, Manorbier Ladies, Newcastle Emlyn Ladies, Swansea City Ladies, UWIC Ladies and Wrexham Women.
The league was increased to five teams per Conference in 2010–11, with Caerphilly Castle Ladies and Trefelin Ladies joining the South and Llandudno Junction Ladies joining the North. Manorbier Ladies ceased playing activities after their inaugural season.
Llandudno Junction's stay in the league lasted just one season before they were relegated; they were replaced by Northop Hall Girls.
In May 2021, the Football Association of Wales announced a restructuring of the league, including cutting the number of teams from nine to eight, splitting the second tier into northern and southern conferences, and the introduction of a U19 development league. The restructuring saw Abergavenny Women's FC, Caerphilly Castle Ladies and Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies demoted to the second tier, while Barry Town United Ladies FC and The New Saints joined the Premier League. The choice of top-tier teams in the restructuring was met with a significant amount of criticism, as Abergavenny had finished within the top four during the 2020–21 season and The New Saints did not have a complete senior women's side. FAW head of women's football Lowri Roberts stood by their decision, adding that "we have to be able to compete with Tier 3 in England. The WSL and Championship in England are professional and semi-professional and we’re a long way off that. It’s unlikely we’ll get to a professional level."
Rebranding
In August 2021, the league also announced a rebranding initiative, changing the name from "Welsh Premier Women's League" to "Adran Premier", adopting the Welsh word adran (division). For sponsorship reasons it is named the "Genero Adran Premier" (sponsored by Welsh firm Genero). The second tier conferences were likewise renamed Adran North and Adran South. The rebranding was in part an effort to remove the word "Women's" from the league name to achieve better parity with the men's game. The league cup was likewise rebranded to the Adran Trophy.
The tournament features a round-robin format, where each team plays against every other team in the league. The matches are held at various stadiums across Wales, creating an electrifying atmosphere for both players and fans alike.
The Wales Premier League Women is known for its high level of competition, with teams battling it out on the field to secure the coveted championship title. The matches are intense and fast-paced, showcasing the technical abilities, tactical prowess, and physical strength of the players.
The tournament attracts a diverse range of teams, each with their own unique style of play and strategies. From established powerhouses to up-and-coming underdogs, every team brings their A-game to the pitch, making for thrilling and unpredictable matches.
The Wales Premier League Women not only serves as a platform for top-level competition but also plays a crucial role in the development of women's soccer in Wales. It provides opportunities for young and aspiring players to showcase their talents, fostering the growth of the sport at the grassroots level.
The tournament also garners significant attention from fans, media, and scouts, who closely follow the matches to identify emerging talents. It serves as a stepping stone for players to gain recognition and potentially secure professional contracts both domestically and internationally.
Overall, the Wales Premier League Women is a celebration of women's soccer in Great Britain, showcasing the passion, skill, and determination of the players. It is a must-watch tournament for soccer enthusiasts, offering thrilling matches and a glimpse into the future stars of the sport.