Depleted by injuries and now a wave of suspensions, Bangor pulled off a welcome win at a chilly Cwmbran Athletics stadium with winger Kenny Burgess hitting a second half winner from outside the box. Manager Peter Davenport gave debuts to newcomers Jim McNulty and Gareth Evans. Scottish youth international McNulty lined up in a three man defence alongside Eifion Jones and Huw Griffiths, whilst Evans slotted in at left wingback with Kenny Burgess on the right. The midfield comprised Gareth Williams, Paul Friel and Les Davies behind a strike pair of Ross Jefferies and Paul Roberts.

City's hopes hit a setback on 23 minutes when experienced Crows marksman Chris Summers put the home side ahead despite the best efforts of young goalkeeper Daniel Evans. Bangor struck back on 37 minutes when Ross Jefferies sent a right footed curler inside the post from the edge of the box, past the despairing Wesson.

The second period saw Cwmbran create - but fail to convert - chances which included shots from outside the box. Bangor grabbed the crucial second goal on the hour. The ball ran out to right wingback Kenny Burgess whose longrange effort flew beyond Wesson and into net to the delight of his team mates.

Cwmbran again forced openings but could not get the ball in the back of the net. On one occasion young defender Jim McNulty cleared off his own line with Daniel Evans beaten. City thought they had added a third when Paul Roberts netted but his effort was ruled out by a linesman's flag for offide. With time running out manager Peter Davenport sent on Gary Roberts for Les Davies who had worked hard in the City midfield.

In the closing minutes Cwmbran won a corner which was intially spilt by City's teenage 'keeper who promptly clutched the loose ball. Moments later referee Morgan blew for time and the points were in the bag.

Bangor City: Daniel Evans, Jim McNulty, Gareth Evans, Eifion Jones, Gareth Williams, Huw Griffiths, Kenny Burgess, Les Davies, Paul Roberts, Ross Jefferies, Paul Friel
Subs: Paul Gedman, Gary Roberts, Peter Davenport

Cwmbran: Wesson, James, Green, Perry, Wharton, Fowler, Summers, Jones Welsh, Mohammed, Edwards
Subs: Dimond, Hurlin, Wallace, Fernquest

Report by:Mike Smith