Murphy has resigned from his position at Ynysddu Welfare to take over the vacant managerial job at Pen-Y-Pound.

Murphy has been in charge at Welfare for the last 3 years. He led Welfare to the Division Two title in the Gwent County league before a second-place finish in the Premier Division in 2018/2019.

Chairman Rob Francis commented on the appointment "Ben stood out in a pool of very good candidates were interviewed. He impressed with his qualities of professionalism, determination and hard work. Coupled with a sound knowledge of and contacts in Gwent football alongside an impressive record of success during his time with Ynysddu Welfare"

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