Cardiff youngsters' chance to make mark in Wales

The MG Nathaniel Cup trophyImage source, FAW
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With no south Wales derby to look forward to after their relegation to League One, Bluebirds fans can instead look forward to a potential encounter against Swansea City Under-21s.

Cardiff and Swansea's junior teams have won wildcard entries to Welsh domestic football's 2025-26 Nathaniel MG Cup for a third successive season.

The Cymru Premier's dominant force, The New Saints, are reigning holders of the Welsh League Cup.

Cardiff''s youngsters reached the semi-finals last season, losing 4-1 in a penalty shootout at Aberystwyth Town.

The draw for the 2025-26 first round takes places on Wednesday, 25 June and Cardiff will be hoping to go at least one step further this time around.