The second round of the SWFC Woman’s cup our Caerphilly played Newport City.
In the first half Caerphilly Castle kept their discipline and prevailed as Courtney capitalised on a cross by Lauren and was the quickest player to react as she headed the ball home. Caerphilly created more chances but was couldn't capitilise on their opportunities with a few shots just wide of the posts. This did not dampen Caerphilly’s spirit as they kept their 1-0 lead until the half time whistle blew.
The weather started to take it's toll on Caerphilly Castle as Newport capitilised on the weather and applied pressure, resulting in a goal. The rain eased off and Caerphilly gained momentum, pushing up the pitch, a quick thinking pass from Lauren set Alisha up with a first time shot from outside the box, making it 2-1. The heavens opened up on our ladies and they powered through, but unfortunately Newport City managed to break through and scored making it 2-2.
On one of the harshest home games so far both sets of players brave the weather. The game ended 2-2 in normal time, but Caerphilly was victorious in a penalty shootout winning 7-6.