Bala Town's pre-season record remains unbeaten after a 1-0 loss to Atherton Collieries at the Dreams2Reality Stadium. The Colls maintained their 100% pre-season record with the win.
What happened?
Atherton Collieries took the lead through Sam Sheridan, who scored from a free-kick after the Colls won a foul on Ben Rydel. The experienced Black & Whites skipper showed his reliability from dead-balls once again, with the effort looping home courtesy of a minor deflection.
Why it matters for Bala Town
The loss is a setback for Bala Town, who will look to bounce back in their next match. The Stripes have been working hard in pre-season to prepare for the new season, but this result will give them something to think about.
What comes next?
Bala Town's next match is against Hyde United on Tuesday night, before returning to competitive action for their 110th Anniversary season with an away trip to lower-tiered Barnoldswick Town in the FA Cup on Saturday 8th August. The Stripes will look to get back to winning ways and make a strong start to the new season.
Last result: Bala Town 1-2 Briton Ferry (2026-04-18). Recent form (last 5): 2W-0D-3L (LLWWL, most recent first); lost the last 2. Bala Town's new stopper, Harvey Bardsley, held on for his fourth clean sheet from six friendlies, with the new Colls stopper still only conceding one goal since signing for the club himself, back in the 12th minute of his debut outing.
