Swansea

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Swansea is a coastal city and the second-largest city of Wales. It forms a principal area, officially known as the City and County of Swansea.

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Huddersfield in trouble after Swansea thrashing Huddersfield Town's hopes of avoiding relegation from the Championship are dealt a heavy blow as they are thrashed at home by Swansea City. BBC Sport - Published 6 days ago
Ex-Wales, Burnley and Swansea winger James dies aged 71 Leighton James, the former Burnley Swansea and Wales winger, dies at the age of 71. BBC Sport - Published 1 week ago
Swansea return unlikely for Rushworth - Williams Carl Rushworth looks unlikely to return to Swansea City next season with Luke Williams tipping the goalkeeper to thrive in the Premier League. BBC Sport - Published 1 week ago

Watch: Scrum V Live - Ospreys v Munster Watch live as Ospreys welcome Munster to Swansea in the United Rugby Championship. BBC Sport - Published on March 22, 2024
Championship: Huddersfield v West Brom & Bristol City v Swansea Follow live text commentary as Huddersfield face West Brom and Bristol City host Swansea in the Championship. BBC Sport - Published on March 9, 2024
Brooks stars as Bournemouth thrash Swansea to reach round five Watch highlights as Premier League Bournemouth become the first team to confirm their place in the fifth round of the FA Cup as they hammer Championship side Swansea 5-0. BBC Sport - Published on January 25, 2024

Bournemouth hammer Swansea to reach fifth round Premier League Bournemouth become the first team to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup as they hammer Swansea 5-0. BBC Sport - Published on January 25, 2024
Bournemouth punish Swansea with five first-half goals Bournemouth stun Swansea with a ruthless first-half performance as they score five unanswered goals to take complete control of the FA Cup fourth round tie. BBC Sport - Published on January 25, 2024
Kelly gives Bournemouth early FA cup lead with fine finish Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly gives his team the perfect start in their FA Cup fourth round clash with Swansea with a "brilliant finish" to put the Cherries 1-0 up inside seven minutes. BBC Sport - Published on January 25, 2024
Martin unsure what to expect on Swansea return Ex-Swansea City manager Russell Martin is targeting a club record on his return to his old side with Southampton on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on January 19, 2024

Swansea 'the perfect move' for new boss Williams Luke Williams says taking over at Swansea City is his "perfect move" as he sets sights on the top end of the Championship table. BBC Sport - Published on January 5, 2024
Swansea in talks with Notts County boss Williams Swansea City have been searching for a new boss since sacking former Barnsley and Cheltenham Town head coach Michael Duff in early December. BBC Sport - Published on January 3, 2024
Southampton up to third with big win over Swansea Southampton rise to third in the Championship as Russell Martin sees his Saints side crush his former club Swansea City 5-0. BBC Sport - Published on December 26, 2023	Swansea have 'another gear' to hit - Sheehan Caretaker boss Alan Sheehan says Swansea City have "another gear" to move into as they begin life after Michael Duff at Rotherham United on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on December 7, 2023
Spurs' Davies a leading candidate for Swansea job Swansea City draw up a shortlist of managerial targets, with Tottenham's Chris Davies emerging as a leading candidate to succeed Michael Duff. BBC Sport - Published on December 6, 2023	Relegated Wales eager for Germany 'opportunity' Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Uefa Women's Nations League game between Wales and Germany in Swansea. BBC Sport - Published on December 4, 2023
Watch: Women's Nations League - Wales v Germany Watch on Match of the Day Wales and listen to BBC Radio Wales and BBC Radio Cymru commentary as Wales host Germany in the Women's Nations League in Swansea. BBC Sport - Published on December 4, 2023	Swans boss Duff thinks Ipswich could be promoted Boss Michael Duff believes Ipswich can achieve back-to-back promotions as he prepares Swansea for their game at Portman Road. BBC Sport - Published on November 9, 2023
Ospreys celebrate London switch with Sharks win Ospreys celebrate moving a United Rugby Championship home game from Swansea to south-west London by defeating Sharks at the Stoop. BBC Sport - Published on November 3, 2023	Major fire breaks out at trampoline park The owners of a trampoline park in Swansea have said they are "heartbroken" after a major fire broke out at the site. Sky News - Published on October 2, 2023
Union calls off strike that came after teacher 'dismissed for breaking up fight' Teachers in Swansea have called off strike action that followed the alleged dismissal of a teacher for breaking up a fight between two pupils. Sky News - Published on September 19, 2023	Wales' sexual violence adviser harassed at Cardiff-Swansea derby Wales' national adviser on violence against woman says she was grabbed inappropriately. BBC Sport - Published on September 18, 2023
Builld-up to Cardiff City v Swansea City Follow live text commentary from the Championship as Cardiff host Swansea in the south Wales derby. BBC Sport - Published on September 16, 2023	Fulham close in on Swansea keeper Benda Swansea City goalkeeper Steven Benda is close to joining Fulham. BBC Sport - Published on August 29, 2023
Swansea close to loan deal for Chelsea's Humphreys England Under-20s international Bashir Humphreys is set to join the Championship club on loan as part of a new Blues deal. BBC Sport - Published on August 10, 2023	Swansea closing in on three players, says Duff Michael Duff says three players will undergo medicals at Swansea City ahead of the start of the Championship season. BBC Sport - Published on July 29, 2023
'Dumbfounded' Johnny Depp visits birthplace of Dylan Thomas Hollywood actor Johnny Depp has visited the birthplace of Welsh poet and writer Dylan Thomas in Swansea. Sky News - Published on July 10, 2023	Swansea closing in on Exeter defender Key Swansea City close in on the signing of out-of-contract Exeter City defender Josh Key. BBC Sport - Published on July 3, 2023
Father dies after Swansea house fire which also killed his three-year-old son A father has died following a house fire in Swansea, police have said, which also killed his three-year-old son. Sky News - Published on July 3, 2023	Paterson and Sheehan join Duff's Swansea staff Swansea City name Martin Paterson and Alan Sheehan as assistant head coaches to new boss Michael Duff. BBC Sport - Published on June 28, 2023
Swansea name Barnsley's Duff as new boss Swansea City name Barnsley's Michael Duff as their new head coach, following Russell Martin's move to Southampton. BBC Sport - Published on June 22, 2023	Martin set for Saints as Swansea close on Duff Russell Martin's move to Southampton is finally set to be confirmed with Swansea City hoping to name Barnsley's Michael Duff as his successor. BBC Sport - Published on June 21, 2023
Men rescued from sinking boat after day trip to buy pasties goes wrong Two men have been rescued from a sinking boat after they sailed from Swansea to Ilfracombe to buy some pasties. Sky News - Published on June 8, 2023	Jones had 'tear in eye' as Barbarians beat Swansea Alun Wyn Jones gives fans a night to remember as he features for both sides in Barbarians' 68-33 win over Swansea at St Helen's. BBC Sport - Published on June 1, 2023
Wales lock Davies to retire after Barbarians game Wales lock Bradley Davies will retire from rugby following his appearance for Barbarians against Swansea at St Helen's on Wednesday. BBC Sport - Published on May 30, 2023	Jones to play for Barbarians and Swansea Ex-Wales and Lions star Jones to play for Barbarians and Swansea in celebration game at St Helen's on Wednesday. BBC Sport - Published on May 30, 2023
Human remains in woodland identified as man who went missing in 2002 Human remains found in woodland in Swansea have been confirmed as a man who went missing 21 years ago. Sky News - Published on May 2, 2023	Hull draw ends Swansea's unlikely play-off bid Swansea City's faint Championship play-off hopes are wiped out as they can only draw 1-1 at Hull City. BBC Sport - Published on April 29, 2023
Cardiff chase points as Swansea eye more history The 116th south Wales derby sees Cardiff City chasing Championship points and Swansea City - once again - hoping to rewrite the history books. BBC Sport - Published on March 31, 2023	URC highlights: Ospreys 37-18 Dragons Watch United Rugby Championship highlights as Ospreys beat Welsh rivals Dragons 37-18 in Swansea. BBC Sport - Published on March 26, 2023
Jones praised after possible Swansea farewell Head coach Toby Booth says Alun Wyn Jones will have gone out on a high if he has played his last Ospreys home game in Swansea. BBC Sport - Published on March 25, 2023	'Incredible' response after Swansea explosion tragedy An appeal has been launched to help residents in Swansea who are still unable to return home after a suspected gas explosion. Sky News - Published on March 16, 2023
Video shows armed men attack each other in cemetery mass brawl Dashcam footage shows the moment a mass brawl broke out in a Swansea cemetery as part of a long-running feud between members of an extended family. Sky News - Published on March 13, 2023	'Major incident declared' after Swansea house collapses in suspected gas explosion A major incident has been declared after a house collapsed in a suspected gas explosion, the leader of Swansea County Council has said. Sky News - Published on March 13, 2023
Swansea footballer reveals stress of racist abuse Josh Phillips, 26, from Cwmbwrla, Swansea, previously admitted sending the racist tweet on 28 January. BBC Sport - Published on March 10, 2023	No pressure from Swansea's owners - Martin Russell Martin insists he is under no pressure from Swansea City's owners after he was sent off during their defeat at Luton Town. BBC Sport - Published on March 4, 2023
Martin pleads for patience over Swansea future Swans fans are running out of patience with Russell Martin after just three wins in 19 games in all competitions. BBC Sport - Published on February 22, 2023	Sheffield United cruise to Swansea victory Sheffield United stretch their unbeaten Championship run to 10 games thanks to a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Swansea City. BBC Sport - Published on February 11, 2023
Martin admits frustration over duo's new deals Swansea boss Russell Martin says 'there'll have to be a cut-off point' in talks aimed at securing the futures of defensive duo. BBC Sport - Published on December 15, 2022	Ex-Wales, Swansea and Villa player Taylor retires Former Wales international defender Neil Taylor announces his retirement at the age of 33. BBC Sport - Published on November 7, 2022