Bala Town Wins FAW Tier 1 Licence Appeal
Bala Town has won its appeal to be granted a Football Association of Wales (FAW) Tier 1 licence for the 2026-27 season, securing its place in the Cymru Premier. The club, currently 11th in the JD Cymru Premier table, was refused a licence on personnel and administration grounds.
What happened?
Bala Town, along with Colwyn Bay and Holywell Town, has won its appeal to be granted a FAW Tier 1 licence for the 2026-27 season. The licence was awarded after a significant collective effort from the FAW and the clubs involved.
Why it matters for Bala Town
The FAW Tier 1 licence is a crucial step for Bala Town to secure its place in the Cymru Premier for the 2026-27 season. The club will now be able to compete at the highest level in Welsh football.
What comes next?
Bala Town will now focus on preparing for the upcoming season, with the club's management and players working together to achieve success. The club's recent form has been 2W-0D-3L (LWLLW), with its last result being a 1-2 loss to Briton Ferry on 2026-04-18.
With the FAW Tier 1 licence secured, Bala Town is now in a strong position to compete in the Cymru Premier. The club's management and players will be looking to build on this success and achieve a strong finish in the league.
