Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC Predictions

Prediction by The Form Guide — GAP Connah S Quay FC and Colwyn Bay arrive in sharply different form (13 vs 6 points from the last five) — routed to The Form Guide, which weights momentum most heavily.
Premier LeaguePremier League · Wales
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Colwyn Bay

Colwyn Bay

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GAP Connah S Quay FC

GAP Connah S Quay FC

🗓️ Saturday, 12 Sept 2026 at 17:30 BST (venue time) · 16:30 UTC (your time)📍 Llanelian Road, Old Colwyn

Win Probability (1X2)

Colwyn Bay 17%Draw 26%GAP Connah S Quay FC 57%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: GAP Connah S Quay FC Win

Match Result

7.2/10

Colwyn Bay Rally to Edge GAP Connah's Quay in Llanelian Road Thriller

Colwyn Bay staged an impressive second-half comeback to claim a 2-1 victory over GAP Connah's Quay FC at Llanelian Road. After falling behind early, the hosts responded with resilience and attacking intent, netting twice after the break to overturn the deficit and secure all three points in this Welsh Premier League clash. The visitors struck first, finding the net in the 9th minute to silence the home crowd. But Colwyn Bay regrouped and, buoyed by their supporters, turned the tide with goals in the 53rd and 66th minutes. The match was fiercely contested, as evidenced by a flurry of yellow cards—four for Colwyn Bay and two for Connah's Quay—highlighting the intensity on display.

😅 AI Prediction Report

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Predicted

1 - 2

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Actual

2 - 1

❌Result
❌BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

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1x2 — away
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ou_2_5 — over
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Key Moments

9' — Goal

Connah's Quay take the lead with an early strike.

53' — Goal

Colwyn Bay equalize, shifting momentum in their favor.

66' — Goal

Colwyn Bay complete the comeback with a second goal.

Assorted' — Yellow Cards

Four Colwyn Bay and two Connah's Quay players booked in a heated contest.

Colwyn Bay

Colwyn Bay

7.5/10

Colwyn Bay showed real character after conceding early, gradually growing into the match and asserting themselves in the second half. Their attacking adjustments after the break paid dividends, as they found the breakthrough in the 53rd minute and kept up the pressure to take the lead midway through the half. Despite picking up four yellow cards, their defensive discipline held firm in the closing stages.

Key Players

Colwyn Bay Goalscorer (53'): Scored the crucial equalizer to swing momentum.
Colwyn Bay Goalscorer (66'): Netted the winner, capping a spirited comeback.

Strengths

Resilience after conceding earlyEffective second-half attacking adjustmentsSolid defensive response under pressure

Weaknesses

Slow startDiscipline issues with four yellow cards
GAP Connah S Quay FC

GAP Connah S Quay FC

6.5/10

GAP Connah's Quay began brightly, taking an early lead in the 9th minute and controlling the tempo for much of the first half. However, they struggled to maintain their intensity after the interval, allowing Colwyn Bay to seize the initiative. Despite two yellow cards, they remained competitive but ultimately could not find a way back after falling behind.

Key Players

Connah's Quay Goalscorer (9'): Opened the scoring, giving his side an early advantage.

Strengths

Fast start and early pressureDisciplined first-half organization

Weaknesses

Lost control in the second halfLimited attacking threat after the break

Tactical Analysis

Though specific formations are unavailable, the flow of the match suggests Colwyn Bay made tactical tweaks at halftime, increasing attacking impetus and pressing higher up the pitch. Their ability to turn the game around in the second half points to effective adjustments, possibly by introducing more width or committing additional numbers forward. Connah's Quay, meanwhile, appeared content to protect their lead, but their inability to adapt after conceding left them vulnerable. The spate of yellow cards indicates both sides were aggressive in midfield, with Colwyn Bay perhaps risking fouls to disrupt Connah's Quay's rhythm.

Turning Point

Colwyn Bay's equalizer in the 53rd minute was the catalyst, energizing the hosts and setting the stage for their eventual winner.

Man of the Match

Colwyn Bay Goalscorer (66')

Scored the decisive goal to seal the comeback and was pivotal in the second-half turnaround.

Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC: Match Preview

Colwyn Bay enter this fixture in inconsistent form, alternating wins and losses in their last five and sitting ninth in the table. Their home record is flawless defensively—three wins from three, all without conceding—but away from Llanelian Road they have struggled, losing three of four. Connah's Quay, on the other hand, are surging: unbeaten in five, with four victories and a draw, and sitting third in the league. Their attack has been rampant, netting 14 goals in the last five, and they have yet to drop a point away from home this season.

The tactical contrast is stark. Colwyn Bay have relied on defensive solidity at home but have managed just 0.8 goals per game in their last five, failing to score in two of those. Connah's Quay, by contrast, are averaging 2.8 goals scored and just 0.4 conceded per game over the same period, with a particularly potent second half (eight of their last 14 goals after the break). The visitors’ set-piece and discipline data are unavailable, but their low card count in recent games suggests a side able to control matches without resorting to fouls.

Given the away side’s momentum and firepower, the model expects Connah's Quay to break down Colwyn Bay’s home resistance, but not without a battle. The hosts’ defensive record at Llanelian Road means this could stay tight for a while, but Connah's Quay’s ability to score in bursts—especially after half-time—should see them edge it. Expect a competitive first half before the visitors’ quality tells.

How Colwyn Bay and GAP Connah S Quay FC Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Colwyn BayColwyn Baylast 5 matches
A. DaviesXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

S. HartXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

N. Peatesub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

GAP Connah S Quay FCGAP Connah S Quay FClast 5 matches
C. WestXI
4 goals in 5
80%

In exceptional form

J. FergusonXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

I. MurrayXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

H. FranklinXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

H. Mehassebsub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

M. Woodcocksub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Connah's Quay are the form team, unbeaten in their last five and averaging 2.8 goals scored and just 0.4 conceded per game. Colwyn Bay, by contrast, have alternated wins and losses and struggled for goals, but remain defensively strong at home with three straight clean sheets. The momentum is firmly with the away side, but the hosts’ home form keeps them in the conversation.

Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC — Last 7 Matches

Colwyn BayColwyn BayLast 7 results
L0-1
W2-0
L1-5
W1-0
L0-3
D2-2
W2-0
L@ Penybont0-1
Wvs Llandudno2-0
L@ The New Saints1-5
Wvs Airbus UK1-0
L@ Caernarfon Town0-3
D@ Ammanford AFC2-2
Wvs Trefelin2-0

Concerns

  • −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
GAP Connah S Quay FCGAP Connah S Quay FCLast 7 results
D1-1
W2-1
W3-0
W2-0
W6-0
W3-1
L1-2
Dvs Haverfordwest County AFC1-1
W@ Flint Town United2-1
Wvs Cambrian & Clydach3-0
W@ Ammanford AFC2-0
Wvs Trefelin6-0
W@ Holywell3-1
Lvs Caernarfon Town1-2

Strengths

  • +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
  • +Prolific attack — 2.8 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Defensively solid — 0.4 conceded/game
  • +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches

Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
17%
26%
57%
Colwyn Bay 17%Draw 26%GAP Connah S Quay FC 57%
Both Teams to Score
49%
51%
Yes 49%No 51%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
61%
39%
Over 2.5 61%Under 2.5 39%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC that most previews miss.

  • 1Connah's Quay have scored at least twice in every away league match this season (7 goals in 3 games).
  • 2Colwyn Bay have kept three straight home clean sheets, but have conceded nine in their last three away.
  • 3The last three H2H meetings at Colwyn Bay have all ended in draws, with both teams scoring each time.

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Win Probability
Colwyn Bay 20% Draw 21% GAP Connah S Quay FC 58%

Over 2.5 Goals

60%

BTTS: Yes

58%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 1-2 · 0-1

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The Case For This Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC Prediction

Connah's Quay are riding a wave of momentum, unbeaten in five and boasting a perfect away record, while Colwyn Bay's patchy form and blunt attack have left them mid-table despite a flawless home defensive record. The visitors' recent scoring power and defensive solidity suggest they have the edge, but Colwyn Bay's home resilience and low-scoring matches at Llanelian Road keep the door open for a stubborn contest.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • →Connah's Quay have won four and drawn one of their last five, scoring 14 and conceding just two in that run.
  • →Colwyn Bay have kept three home clean sheets from three this season, but have lost three of their last five overall.

Match Context

  • →Connah's Quay have scored at least twice in every away match this season, with a 7:2 away goal tally.

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What History Says: Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC

Connah's Quay have the upper hand in recent meetings, unbeaten in the last six matchups and winning three. However, each of the last three encounters at Colwyn Bay's ground has ended in a draw, with both teams finding the net. This suggests the fixture can be tighter than the form lines alone imply.

Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC Head-to-Head History

Last 8 meetings between these sides

1

Colwyn Bay wins

3

Draws

4

GAP Connah S Quay FC wins

13%38% draws50%
18 Apr 26GAP Connah S Quay FC vs Colwyn Bay1-1
24 Jan 26Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC2-2
5 Dec 25GAP Connah S Quay FC vs Colwyn Bay2-1
10 Aug 25Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC1-1
29 Nov 23Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC2-3
26 Sept 23GAP Connah S Quay FC vs Colwyn Bay2-1

Things to Watch: Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value and expected value cannot be calculated.
  • ⚠️Lack of shot, possession, and set piece data limits depth of tactical analysis.
  • ⚠️Colwyn Bay's perfect home defensive record (0 conceded in 3) is a potential underappreciated variable.

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Final Verdict

Colwyn Bay 1–2 GAP Connah S Quay FC

Connah's Quay's relentless recent form—four wins and a draw, with 14 goals scored—makes them clear favourites to take all three points, despite Colwyn Bay's perfect home defensive record. The most compelling data point is the visitors’ 2.8 goals per game over the last five. The main risk is that Colwyn Bay’s home defensive streak holds longer than expected, frustrating Connah's Quay and forcing a low-scoring draw.

Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC: Common Questions

Who will win Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC?

The model gives Connah's Quay a 57% chance of victory, compared to 17% for Colwyn Bay and 26% for the draw. The away side's recent momentum and perfect away record are decisive factors.

Will both teams score in Colwyn Bay vs Connah's Quay?

It's close to a coin flip: the model rates both teams to score at 49%. Colwyn Bay have failed to score in two of their last five, while Connah's Quay have scored in every match this season.

Can Colwyn Bay's home defensive record continue?

Colwyn Bay have yet to concede at home this season (three clean sheets), but face a Connah's Quay side averaging 2.8 goals per game over their last five. The model expects the visitors to break that streak, but gives some weight to the hosts’ home resilience.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Colwyn Bay vs GAP Connah S Quay FC: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 9 September 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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