On September 13, 2023, LALIGA announced that they would join forces as the official front-of-shirt partner of fifth-tier Welsh side Clwb Pêl Droed Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch Football Club starting from the current 2023/24 season. Their full name is displayed on the club badge, although they more commonly go by the shortened version, Llanfairpwll.
LALIGA is among the most followed leagues in the world, while CPD Llanfairpwll FC will be celebrating their 125th anniversary in 2024.
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This name was deliberately created in the 19th century as a publicity stunt to attract tourists to the village.
Here’s a breakdown of the name:
“Llanfair” – This is a common element in Welsh place names and usually refers to a church or parish.
“pwll” – Means “pool” in Welsh.
“gwyn” – Means “white” or “fair.”
“chyll” – The exact meaning is unclear, but it may refer to a hazel grove.
“goger” – This element possibly refers to a “spur” or “promontory.”
“ychwyrn” – This part is believed to mean “rapid” or “swift.”
“drobwll” – Likely means “whirlpool.”
“llantysilio” – Refers to the church of St. Tysilio.
“gogogoch” – This is a poetic addition that means “red cave.”
So, while the name may seem long and complex, it’s essentially a descriptive and somewhat whimsical way of referring to the village and its surroundings.