Bute Energy Welsh Cup Preview Show launched

The Bute Energy Welsh Cup Preview Show has launched ahead of Round One of this season’s competition this weekend. 

Hosted by former Cymru international and four-time Bute Energy Welsh Cup winner Katie Sherwood, episode one was filmed in front of a live audience at the FAW headquarters in Hensol. 

The episode features interviews with Llanrumney United coaches Catherine Walsh, Siobhan Walsh and Zoe Atkins – who all won the competition as players at Cardiff City – Cwmbran Celtic manager Phil Schonbeck and Connah’s Quay Nomads Director of Women’s and Girls’ Football Chris Redfern. We also hear from Cardiff City duo Ffion Price and Hannah Power, who helped the Bluebirds lift the trophy for the fifth year in a row last season. 

The recording followed the premiere of the 2025-26 Road to the Bute Energy Welsh Cup Final documentary, produced by Eat Sleep Media and available to watch now on Cymru Football TV. 

The evening was also an opportunity to celebrate the renewal of Bute Energy’s sponsorship of the competition, as the Welsh renewable energy developer continues as the official title partner for the fourth consecutive season. 

FAW Head of Domestic Leagues Jack Sharp said: “We are really excited to launch the Bute Energy Welsh Cup Preview Show, with the aim of building further excitement and anticipation for each round. There are some fascinating stories to tell across the game and we hope the show provides the platform for these.

“It was a pleasure to be in attendance for the first recording, while also having the chance to watch last season’s Road to the Final documentary and reflect on a campaign packed with entertainment and narrative. 

“We are delighted to continue our partnership with Bute Energy for another season. Since they have come on board as title partners, the competition has gone from strength to strength, with record attendances, TV audiences and digital engagement. We look forward to working with their team on another successful campaign.”

Bute Energy Director of Community Investment and Communications Catryn Newton said: “Our Community Investment strategy is about backing what matters to communities and helping people keep doing the things they love.

“We are committed to creating opportunities for women and girls to thrive, in STEM, in sport and in life. We share that ambition with the FAW.

“From what we are building together today to the long-term investment our energy parks will bring across Wales, it’s about helping communities make the change they want and deserve to see.”

“For us, it’s been fantastic to see the competition grow, and we’re excited to see the new Preview Show shine an even brighter light on the players, the clubs and the inspiring stories behind them.”