About Newtown AFC

Newtown AFC is a Welsh semi-professional football club based in Newtown, Powys. The club was founded in 1875 and is one of the oldest football clubs in Wales, as well as one of the founding members of the Football Association of Wales. It plays its home matches at Latham Park and competes in the Cymru Premier, the top tier of Welsh football. Over its long history, the club has become a key representative of mid-Wales football.

The club’s early history is complex, originating from several local sides such as Newtown and White Stars, which were active in the 1870s. These teams were involved in the earliest editions of the Welsh Cup, with White Stars winning the competition in 1878–79. After several mergers and reorganisations, the modern version of Newtown AFC was established in the 1880s. The club went on to win the Welsh Cup in 1894–95 and remained an important part of Welsh football development throughout the 20th century.

In the modern era, Newtown has been a consistent member of the Welsh top flight since the formation of the League of Wales in 1992. The club has finished as league runners-up twice in the 1990s and has also competed in UEFA competitions against European opposition. While not among the dominant clubs, Newtown has maintained stability in the Cymru Premier for decades and is known for its strong community identity and long-standing presence in Welsh football.