Afan United vs Cardiff Cosmopolitan live updates from FAW Amateur Trophy clash

Afan United welcome Cardiff Cosmopolitan to the Sean McCreesh Memorial Ground this afternoon as the two sides meet in Round Two of the FAW Amateur Trophy.

Kick-off is at 2.30 pm, with both teams looking to continue their cup runs and book their place in the next round.

Afan United have already enjoyed a strong run in the competition, while Cardiff Cosmopolitan arrive after a convincing victory in the previous round.

Afan United looking to continue strong cup run

The hosts reached this stage after beating Ardal South West side Goytre United at the end of September, with player-chairman Remi Whitelock scoring the decisive goal.

That followed an impressive 8-0 qualifying-round victory over Cwmcarn Athletic. Jenson Livick, Lewis Boxall and Jack Underwood all scored twice, while Dylan Edwards and Leon Rayner were also on target.

Afan United then edged past Penygraig United 4-3, with Livick scoring twice alongside goals from Edwards and Boxall.

The hosts currently sit fourth in the South Wales Premier League Premier Division. They have won two, drawn one and lost one of their opening four league matches, scoring 10 goals and conceding seven.

Cardiff Cosmopolitan arrive after cup victory

Cardiff Cosmopolitan will be hoping to cause another upset as they make the trip to Afan United.

The Cosmos, who play in the league below, are fifth in their division with two wins, one draw and one defeat from their opening four matches. They have scored 10 goals and conceded four.

They booked their place in Round Two with a 5-0 victory over AFC Whitchurch. Jack Martin scored a hat-trick, while Steffan Rayment and Jack Mardon were also on the scoresheet.

Before that, Cardiff Cosmopolitan beat Waunarlwydd Galaxy 3-2, with Jeffrey Zani, captain Thomas Phillips and Elijah Chilekwa finding the net.

The visitors also arrive in good form after beating their opponents in the SWFA Senior Cup last week. Chilekwa and Martin scored in a 2-1 victory.

Afan United vs Cardiff Cosmopolitan head-to-head record

October 5, 2024: Afan United 1-2 Cardiff Cosmopolitan

August 10, 2024: Cardiff Cosmopolitan 1-1 Afan United

Several players involved in those meetings remain with the Cardiff side, including Joel Williams, Samuel Goode, Tomos Milford, Callum Bridge and James Rich.

For Afan United, only three players from those previous encounters are no longer with the club.

Follow our live blog from the Sean McCreesh Memorial Ground as Afan United and Cardiff Cosmopolitan battle for a place in the next round of the FAW Amateur Trophy.