Llanelli suffered a narrow 1-0 home loss to Pen-y-Bont FC in the Welsh Premier League on the evening of January 1st, 2026. The solitary goal proved enough for the visitors to leave Stebonheath Park with maximum points in a tightly contested fixture. The match's only goal came midway through the first half from a well-worked set-piece, leaving Llanelli chasing the game. Despite dominating possession for large periods in the second half, the home side struggled to break down a resolute Pen-y-Bont defense, with their best chance hitting the crossbar in the final minutes. The defeat was a frustrating one for Llanelli, who saw their recent positive form halted, while Pen-y-Bont's disciplined performance moved them further away from the relegation zone. The Llanelli manager expressed disappointment at his team's lack of cutting edge in the final third.