Monmouth Town opened up an eight point lead at the top of the Macwhirter Welsh League Division Two with their seventh consecutive league win of the season.

The three-one score line over visiting Ely Rangers was somewhat flattering as the Kingfishers struggled to gain any fluency all afternoon.

The Town had made one change from the emphatic five-nil win at Croesyceiliog. Dan Spence failed to shake off an ankle injury, handing a home debut to recent signing Jacob Guy, who slotted in at right back.

Aaron Davies shifted from the right and played at left back.

Ely, who started the game in sixth place, dominated possession in the early stages and pressed the Town high up the pitch to prevent them playing their attacking, passing play.

Even when the Town did gain possession, passes went astray and first touches were often neglected, resulting in the home side continually being on the back foot.

For the full match report see Beacon 28th September 2011