1989–90 Welsh Cup

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The 1989-90 Welsh Cup winners were Hereford United. The final was played at the National Stadium in Cardiff in front of an attendance of 4,182.

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Semi-finals – 1st Leg

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1 Barry Town 0–1 Wrexham
2 Cardiff City 0–3 Hereford United

Semi-finals – 2nd Leg

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1 Wrexham 0-0 Barry Town
2 Hereford United 1-3 Cardiff City

Final

Wrexham 1–2 Hereford United
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National Stadium, Cardiff
Attendance: 4,182
Referee: J W Lloyd (Wrexham)
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