Clwb Pêl-Droed Bangor 1876 will start in the fifth tier of Welsh football it has been revealed.

After a meeting with the Football Association of Wales, the phoenix club have been placed in the Gwynedd League for the 2019/2020 season.

As well as running a senior mens team, there will also be a range of girls teams, from U10s to U16s.

Eifion Williams, who was speaking on the behalf of the Supporters’ Trust said: “This is excellent news for everybody connected with the Supporters’ Trust, CPD Bangor 1876 FC and especially its supporters

“I am delighted for everyone involved and would especially like to thank the FAW for their cooperation during the application process.

“I would also like to record my gratitude to the Supporters’ Trust committee for all their hard work over the past few weeks and months.”

“The FAW decision allows the club the opportunity to build a solid base for a supporter-owned, inclusive and family friendly club to serve the City of Bangor and the wider community.

“Our goal is to provide a club that will provide opportunity to the footballing talent in the area and a club that the community can be genuinely proud to be involved with and support.”

“The challenge ahead is one we are very much looking forward to and we now have clarity and certainty over the club’s position following the FAW’s ruling.”

The coat of arms of Bangor has been adopted as the official club crest.

More news surrounding the club is expected to be revealed in the coming days according to the North Wales Chronicle.