Bala Town will begin their 2026/27 FAW Welsh Cup campaign in Round Two after receiving a bye. The draw for the competition's opening round will be streamed live on Cymru Football TV at 8pm on Thursday 27 August 2026, as reported by the outlet.
Colin Caton's side is one of four highest-ranked Tier 2 clubs from the previous season to skip the initial stage, alongside Newtown, Caerau Ely, and Llanelli Town. This news arrives as Bala Town sits fourth in the FAW Championship with nine points from three wins, scoring seven goals and conceding just two. They are three points behind league leaders Brickfield Rangers.
How does the Welsh Cup draw work?
The draw for Round One will feature 60 clubs who progressed from the Second Qualifying Round, plus 28 clubs from Tier 2. The four highest-ranked Tier 2 sides, including Bala Town, are exempt and will enter alongside the Cymru Premier clubs in Round Two. Supporters wishing to watch the draw must create a free account on the Cymru Football TV streaming platform.
What is Bala Town's current form?
The club's strong league start provides a solid foundation for their cup ambitions. With a perfect record of three wins from three games and a goal difference of +5, the team's recent form is marked by three consecutive victories. This momentum is vital as they prepare for a busy period that includes cup commitments. You can track their progress on our standings page.
What comes next for the Lakesiders?
Attention now turns to their next league fixture, a home match against Newtown AFC on 31 August 2026. Newtown currently sits fifth in the table, making it a significant encounter in the early season. A positive result would maintain Bala Town's perfect start and keep pressure on the teams above them. The full schedule is available on our fixtures list.
Entering the Welsh Cup at a later stage offers a slight scheduling advantage, allowing the squad to focus on their immediate league objectives. The club will be aiming to build on their current form and mount a serious challenge on multiple fronts this season. Further squad details and player statistics can be found on our squad and stats pages.
