About

Originally founded in 1963 under the name of Newport Civil Service, the football club has been part of the fabric of the Bettws estate ever since the Civil Sports & Recreation ground was established by the originating owners, Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC).

The Senior first team has enjoyed varied successes over the years, playing in the Newport & District league in its formative years, then climbing up through the FAW pyramid structure to reach the Welsh leagues between 2008 & 2015. In more recent times, the Senior 1st team have been a long-standing occupant of the Gwent County Premier league, whilst the 2nd/Reserve side play in the Newport & District League structure.

Since 2013, the clubs Mini & Junior section has grown significantly to the point of having nearly 300 registered under 18s playing within 25 teams: The club aims to ensure each child has the opportunity to participate and enjoy the sport, in a safe and nurturing environment, with committed and suitably qualified coaches. We want to provide the best platform to help progress them as football players, as well as the wider aspects and values of team sport including togetherness, discipline, respect, and resilience.

With the transfer of ownership away from the CSSC and to new management, as from July 2024, the old club name was dissolved and was re-branded under the name 'SIFIL AFC' . The new name is the Welsh version of Civil (and  pronounced the same) which honours the history and legacy of the clubm and it’s home. However, the slight name change signifies the new beginning for the club and creates a strong identity with the ambitions to build a strong community and sports facility, which has a series of sports teams playing under one unified banner. 

The site owners have forged a new committee consisting of some of the former club board members, along with some individuals who have experience in other clubs or community groups. Together, we all share the vision about the clubs future, and are willing to commit time and energy to bringing tangible and sustainable value and improvements.