Ynys Môn’s preparations for the 2027 Island Games have taken another major step forward, with the men’s football squad officially confirmed ahead of next summer’s competition in the Faroe Islands.
Confirmation was received today from the Faroe Islands that a pre-draw will not be required for the football competitions. This means both the Ynys Môn men’s and women’s teams will be heading to the Faroe Islands next summer to represent the island on the international stage.
Men’s squad announced
Manager Martin Jones has named a 20-player squad for the tournament, with the side looking to build on their impressive performance at the 2025 Island Games in Orkney, where Ynys Môn claimed the silver medal.
Having reached the final in Orkney, the men will be aiming to go one better in 2027 and bring gold back to the island.
The confirmed squad is:
- Carl Jones
- Tom Pritchard
- Cai Powell Roberts
- Jake Roberts
- Cai Roberts
- Gari Owen
- Harri Jones
- TC Lennon
- Jack Smith
- Caio Evans
- Callum Hughes
- Jack Walsh
- Huw Morris
- Harry Hughes
- Connor Owen
- Liam Morris
- Sam Jones
- Osian Jones
- Callum Graves
- Alex Boss
Martin Jones will lead the side as manager, supported by coaches Gari Owen and Gareth Aled Owen.
Both teams heading to the Faroes
The confirmation is also welcome news for the women’s team, who will return to the Island Games following their fifth-place finish at Orkney 2025. Their squad announcement will come at another time.
With both teams now confirmed for next summer’s competition, attention can turn towards preparations for the 2027 Games and the opportunity to once again showcase Ynys Môn’s sporting talent against fellow island nations and territories.
The Faroe Islands will provide the setting for what promises to be an exciting summer of international sport, with Ynys Môn looking to build on their successes in Orkney.
Ynys Mon’s men’s football team would like to place on record its thanks to the team’s sponsor, North Wales Industrial Roofing (NWIR), for their continued support.
Diolch yn fawr!