Newport County defeats Salford City in a thrilling match
Newport County emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter against Salford City, held at Rodney Parade.
The match started with an early goal by K. Hudlin for Newport County in the 10th minute, assisted by A. Driscoll-Glennon. The second goal arrived in the 26th minute, with A. Wildig finding the back of the net, thanks to an assist from K. Hudlin.
Salford City tried to close the gap but it wasn’t until the 81st minute when C. Stockton managed to score a goal, assisted by L. Garbutt. Despite Salford City’s effort, Newport County managed to control the match, with M. Spellman scoring a goal in the 67th minute, assisted by K. Evans, securing the victory for his team.
The match was intense, with both teams showing great commitment. Salford City had more possession of the ball (63% vs 37% for Newport County), but Newport County managed to translate their possession into more shots on goal (6 vs 2). The match was also marked by yellow cards, with four for Salford City and one for Newport County.
Newport County takes home all three points from this match, making clear their desire to fight for the top of the League Two table.
Substitutions salford city: at minute 52 B. Woodburn came in and J. Austerfield went out., at minute 53 J. Luamba came in and C. McAleny went out., at minute 62 C. Stockton came in and F. Okoronkwo went out., at minute 77 J. Taylor came in and K. Kouassi went out., at minute 77 O. Ashley came in and S. Negru went out.
Substitutions newport county: at minute 56 C. Antwi came in and A. Wildig went out., at minute 66 M. Spellman came in and B. Kamwa went out., at minute 84 C. Baker-Richardson came in and K. Hudlin went out., at minute 84 O. Greaves came in and K. Evans went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Newport County
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