Ynyshir Albion promoted to the Welsh Football League

Ynyshir Albions have been promoted to the Welsh Football League after winning the South Wales Alliance League title.

A strike from Jamie Williams gave the Buns the required victory over Sully Sports needed to secure the league title and promotion.

They join Gwent County League winners Abertillery Bluebirds in Division Three next season. 

Promotion rivals Cardiff Draconians congratulated them on their success

Huge congratulations to everyone involved at @YAFCthebuns 👏🏼👏🏼 unbelievable achievement and thoroughly deserved. All the best for next season 💙— Trebanog FC (@TrebanogFC) May 4, 2019

It’s the first time in the clubs 27 year history that they will compete in the Welsh League.

Huge congratulations to all at @YAFCthebuns on deservedly winning the league! Best team without a doubt over the season.

Enjoy the night and good luck in the Welsh League next season 👍🏼@rewbs6— Darren Buttle (@DButtle) May 4, 2019

@YAFCthebuns congratulations on your promotion and winning one of the toughest leagues around. Good luck for next season ⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️👍— Brecon Corries AFC (@BreconCorriesFC) May 4, 2019

Three years ago, the club were playing in the seventh tier of Welsh football but three promotions in four seasons have now seen them achieve their goal. 

Last season the club missed out on promotion to Welsh Football League Cup finalists Penydarren.

(Featured Image: Tom Pritchard)

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