Flint Town United delivered a commanding 6-1 victory over Buckley Town in their final pre-season friendly at the Essity Stadium. The Silkmen, who finished last season with a 2-2 draw against Cardiff MET (2026-04-18), are now focused on the upcoming Cymru Premier campaign after a mixed run of form (0W-2D-3L in their last five).
What happened in the match?
Tunde Owolabi led the charge with two goals, while Isaac Modi, Harry Owen, Joe Malkin, and a trialist also found the net. Buckley Town manager Dave Evans admitted his side struggled with individual errors, praising Flint’s ruthless finishing. The visitors conceded three goals in two separate six-minute spells in the first half, leaving them vulnerable.
Why it matters for Flint Town United
This dominant performance comes after a challenging end to last season, where Flint Town United managed just two draws and three losses in their final five matches. The win against Buckley Town provides a confidence boost ahead of the new campaign, with manager John Disney’s side looking to improve their consistency.
What comes next?
Flint Town United will now shift their focus to the upcoming Cymru Premier season, where they’ll aim to build on this pre-season momentum. Meanwhile, Buckley Town will work on cutting out defensive mistakes as they prepare for their own league campaign. The Silkmen’s next match will be their season opener, where they’ll look to carry this form into competitive play.
