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Swansea City defeats Cardiff City in Adran Premier season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 12:47 PM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Swansea City defeats Cardiff City in Adran Premier season opener

Summary

Swansea City started the Adran Premier season with a 3-1 victory against rivals Cardiff City at the ThermaGlaze Ground. Chloe Chivers and Emily Richards scored for the home side, supplemented by an own goal from Cardiff defender Shannon Evans. The result ends a seven-game losing streak for Swansea City against their local rivals. Manager Yzzy Taylor noted the importance of the win, citing the team's resilience after their loss to Cardiff in the Welsh Cup final earlier this year. Swansea City is scheduled to travel to Aberystwyth Town for their next fixture in the competition.

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By the Numbers

•Swansea City defeated Cardiff City 3-1 on the opening day of the season.
•The match took place at the ThermaGlaze Ground.
•The win ends a seven-game losing streak against Cardiff City.
•Swansea City will face Aberystwyth Town in their next league match.

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12:47 PMYahoo Sports — Beating Cardiff 'massive' for Yzzy Taylor's Swans

What they're saying

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Swansea City boss Yzzy Taylor was delighted as her side opened the Adran Premier season by ending a seven-game losing streak against rivals Cardiff.
— Yahoo Sports

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