Swansea City Ladies head coach Ceri Phillips admitted his side had not performed to the level they expect of themselves as two first-half goals saw them suffer a first defeat of the league season at Cardiff City.
Mariana, a member of Swansea City's hospitality team, tells the story of how the war in Ukraine forced her and her family to flee for safety, those she has left behind in her homeland, and her gratitude for the welcome and help she has received from the city of Swansea and the wider community.
Swansea City Under-18s' coach Darren Davies felt there were plenty of positives to take from the manner in which his side showcased their playing identity despite the disappointment of defeat at Cardiff.
