Iolo Owen’s side came into the match against Llandudno Junction buoyed after a impressive 4-1 win on their last outing at home against Gwalchmai.

Manager Owen has several changes enforced by absentees, notably the side was missing Rob Murfet who played an instrumental role in the win against Gwalchmai, Andrew Papirnyk was selected in his place, also sidelined was Osian Owen who was suffering from a bruised ankle. Billy jones would get a place on the bench following a long lay off with a knee injury.

Prior to kickoff a minutes silence was observed following the passing of a Junction Supporter. The tribute was observed impeccably by all in attendance.

The first half started with Barmouth threatening from the kickoff Ben Fisher, Bobby Griffith and Rob Owen saw chances go begging in the early exchanges, the Magpies movement’s on and off the ball was something to be hold, Andrew Papirnyk playing at the point of a midfield diamond was mesmerising to watch, linking up play, allowing players around him to flourish. The game was halted on 23’, Rob Owen was fouled on the halfway line, and it resulted in him falling heavily on his left shoulder, he was unable to continue, and latter was taken to A&E to have it checked out, Billy Jones was brought on to replace Rob and had an instant impact, Barmouth had won a free kick out on the left, Joe Soar delivered a wonderful ball into the box, and who was there to hear it in but Billy Jones. Barmouth kept up the pressure again Bobby Griffith came close on 28’ and 30’ but was stopped by the Junction keeper Jack Williams, but on 34’ he broke through and doubled the Magpies lead with a great effort, which began with a quickly worked throw in from Ste Bratt that put Andrew Papirnyk in on goal who found Bobby in front of goal. Andrew Papirnyk would increase the lead again just before half time a fine pass by Bobby Griffith that led to a clam finish by Paps.

During the break the heavens opened well and truly, and as a result it definitely impacted the second half, neither team were able to string a succession of passes together, the pitch held up incredibly under a constant deluge that had players sliding on the slick surface. Both teams struggled with the conditions, but it would be Llandudno Junction who would make the most of the circumstances, pinning Barmouth to their own half for long periods, but Ste Bratt and Jono Harrison held the line well in front of Jamie Jones in goal, Tom Czekeryla and Joe Soar both stood their ground out on wide until Tom pulled up on 60’ with a ankle injury, goal scorer Billy Jones would also pull up on 75’ and was replaced by Dave Jones who swapped positions in goal with Jamie Jones who moved upfront in replace of Billy. The visitors made the most of the confusion and on 80’ defender Chris Bell poked home a constellation.

In what was possibly the best 45 minutes of football played at the Wern this season, the first half was absolutely amazing, and would undoubtedly have continued in the second half. Another great performance by the lads, but special credit has to go to all three Jones Brothers, Carwyn Joey and Billy, both Carwyn and Joey create such a stable platform for the whole team to build on whilst Billy who returned from injury after almost 3 months popped up to open the scoring only seconds after coming on. Well done lads

Magpies claim all three points for a second successive home games, a tough test lies in wait for the lads next as they travel to Kinmel Bay, who currently sit 2 places behind the Magpies in 8th with 2 points less.

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