We made a tweet yesterday about Valencia being our “best trip ever” and it sparked some debate on whether it was indeed worthy of that description. So we asked Jack Bot to do what he does best and come up with his best five best trips which we have included below. Our only stipulation was not to include Wembley wins as they go without saying as great days.
Swansea City has a rich history filled with memorable moments, and some of their most iconic triumphs have come on the road, silencing hostile crowds and etching themselves into the club’s folklore. Beyond the hallowed turf of Wembley, these five away performances stand out as truly exceptional.
1. European Dream: Valencia 0 – 3 Swansea City
Date: September 19, 2013
Competition: UEFA Europa League Group Stage
Venue: Mestalla Stadium, Valencia
In what many consider one of the club’s most famous results, Swansea City, under Michael Laudrup, produced a stunning display to dismantle Spanish giants Valencia in their own backyard. This was a true fairytale for a club that had been in the lower leagues just over a decade before. The Swans seized control early when Valencia’s Adil Rami was sent off in the 10th minute. Wilfried Bony opened the scoring just five minutes later, and the Swans never looked back. Goals from Michu and Jonathan de Guzmán sealed an unforgettable 3-0 victory, sending shockwaves across European football and announcing Swansea’s arrival on the continental stage with a flourish. The composure, tactical astuteness, and clinical finishing against a renowned European opponent made this a performance for the ages.
2. Promotion Glory: Preston North End 1 – 3 Swansea City, Date: May 2, 1981
Competition: Football League Second Division
Venue: Deepdale, Preston
3. Premier League Statement: Queens Park Rangers 0 – 5 Swansea City
Date: August 18, 2012
Competition: Premier League
Venue: Loftus Road, London
4. The Anfield Upset: Liverpool 1-2 Swansea City (FA Cup Quarter-Final)
5. London Calling: Fulham 0 – 3 Swansea City.
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