GAP Connah S Quay FC are targeting a fifth consecutive victory when they host Flint Town United this Friday in the Cymru Premier. The club sits second in the table with 34 points from 14 games, six points behind leaders The New Saints, and their current form is the best in the league.
Their winning run was extended last Friday with a 2-0 home win over Llandudno, where goals from West and Franklin secured the points. That result followed a 4-0 Welsh Cup triumph over Porthmadog and league wins against Briton Ferry and Penybont. The team has scored 32 goals this season while conceding only nine, giving them a commanding +23 goal difference.
Flint Town United's mixed form
The visitors arrive at the Essity Stadium in 13th place and with inconsistent recent results. They thrashed Holywell 5-0 last week but suffered consecutive defeats to Caernarfon Town in the cup and Colwyn Bay in the league prior to that. Their away form has been stronger, with a 2-0 win at Trefelin and a 1-0 victory at Haverfordwest County in October.
Head-to-head advantage
GAP Connah S Quay FC will draw confidence from their recent record against Friday's opponents. The two sides met in the league on the final day of August, with Connah's Quay securing a 2-1 away victory. That result is part of a strong start to the season which has seen the club lose just twice. In the last ten meetings between the clubs, Connah's Quay have won eight and drawn two, establishing a clear dominance.
Midfielder Josh Williams, who has provided six assists this campaign, is expected to start in an attacking role. The full squad is available for selection as the team looks to maintain momentum in a key period. A win would keep pressure on The New Saints at the top and stays in the standings.
The wider context
With The New Saints facing a tricky away fixture at third placed Cardiff Met on Sunday, this match presents a significant opportunity for Connah's Quay to potentially close the gap at the summit before the leaders play. The club's defensive record, with nine clean sheets in 14 league games, has been the foundation of their success. The match kicks off at 20:00 local time on Friday, November 6, at the Essity Stadium.
