English
Gillingham’s Efficiency Overpowers Newport County in Card-Filled Match
Newport (Casnewydd), England – In a hard-fought match at Rodney Parade, Gillingham emerged victorious against Newport County, in a game characterized by intensity and decisive actions. Despite Newport County’s territorial dominance, enjoying 65% of possession and making 15 shots (7 on target and 5 off target), Gillingham’s efficiency proved crucial in securing the win.
The match began with an early goal by N. Opoku for Newport County in the 1st minute, assisted by B. Kamwa, raising the hopes of the home crowd. However, the joy was short-lived. Gillingham responded strongly, first with a goal from B. Dack in the 23rd minute, followed by J. Smith in the 36th minute, assisted by R. Hutton. B. Dack scored again, this time from a penalty in the 45th minute, solidifying the lead for the visitors.
Despite Newport County’s efforts to turn the tide with numerous shots on goal and generating 5 corners, Gillingham’s defense remained solid. The match was also marked by the high number of fouls committed (8 by Newport County and 14 by Gillingham) and the yellow cards shown (2 for Newport County and 3 for Gillingham). Despite the possession and the greater number of shots, Gillingham’s effectiveness was the difference in this League Two match on its ninth matchday. Referee Leigh Doughty had a busy afternoon controlling the pace of the game.
Substitutions newport county: at minute 52 M. Reindorf came in and C. Baker-Richardson went out., at minute 69 K. Whitmore came in and B. Lloyd went out., at minute 76 N. Opoku came in and M. Spellman went out.
Substitutions gillingham: at minute 67 J. Smith came in and A. Rowe went out., at minute 73 J. Andrews came in and S. Palmer-Houlden went out., at minute 74 B. Dack came in and E. Coleman went out., at minute 89 J. Williams came in and S. Vokes went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Newport County
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