Following their exciting 21-21 draw with Brecon last week, Neath RFC face Newbridge at The Lextan Gnoll on Saturday (kick off 2.30pm).

From post-war to the advent of the professional game, Newbridge were a regular fixture on The Gnoll club’s list but Saturday will be their first visit to Neath for 20 years – too long an absence.

Neath make several squad changes to the starting line-up. Steff Williams is at full back with Nathan Orrells and Iestyn Morgan on the wings. Rhodri Wall and Kieran Charles continue their centre partnership with George Richards pairing up with former Bridgend scrum-half Connor Tantum.

Up font, Josh Jones, Cai Arnold, Owain Morgan and Casey Williams give fresh impetus to the pack while Dyfan Ceredig is back on the replacements’ bench.

Neath v Newbridge (Home)

15 Steff Williams; 14 Nathan Orrells, 13 Rhodri Wall, 12 Kieran Charles, 11  Iestyn Morgan; 10 George Richards, 9 Connor Tantum; 1 Josh Jones, 2 Josh Clark, 3 Tarik Dabeh; 4 Jacob Blackmore, 5 Cai Arnold; 6 Owain Morgan, 8 Ben Williams (captain), 7 Casey Williams

Replacements  – 16 Evan Kneath, 17 Mason Morgan, 18 Gareth Lloyd, 19 Matthew Davies, 20 Gethin Tremlett, 21Dyfan Ceredig, 22 Rhodri Cole, 23 Matthew Jenkins

Referee – Ms. Amber Stamp-Dunstan (Cardiff)  AR3 – Mr. Peter Mortimer (Mountain Ash)

Supporter Information

• Spectators are advised to arrive at the turnstiles no later than 2.15pm
• Under-16’s FREE Admission, Adults – £10 cash or card at turnstiles
• Turnstiles at the Town End will open at 1.15pm. – there will be no access to the ground from the Clubhouse
• Programmes on sale inside the gates (only £2) – don’t miss your copy including a look at when Newbridge were Welsh champions !
• Refreshments available inside the ground – 2 x bars and Tuck Shop
• Bag searches will be conducted to prevent illegal bringing in alcohol
• For the comfort of spectators and health of the players, no dogs allowed (other than sight-assisting)
• No smoking or vaping inside ground.
• Main Stand – please keep the concourse clear at all times to allow others to enjoy the match.

Forthcoming Fixtures

Saturday     January 25  Cross Keys                            Away          2.30pm

Saturday     February 1  Newcastle Emlyn                   Home          2.30pm