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Chesterfield Edges Out Newport County in Thrilling Encounter
Chesterfield secured a 2-1 victory over Newport County in a thrilling match at the SMH Group Stadium in Chesterfield, Derbyshire on March 8th, 2025. The League Two encounter, refereed by M. Barlow, saw Chesterfield dominate possession (58%) and create more scoring opportunities (18 shots, 3 on target).
Newport County took the lead in the 40th minute through a goal by M. Baker, assisted by J. Clarke. However, Chesterfield fought back, scoring goals through O. Banks (42nd minute, assisted by T. Naylor) and A. Pepple (44th minute, assisted by A. Palmer) before halftime. Despite Newport’s improved shot accuracy, Chesterfield’s clinical finishing and overall control of the game proved decisive. The match also saw two yellow cards issued to Chesterfield players, L. Mandeville and A. Dobra. Newport County, playing a more defensive style, were unable to find an equalizer in the remaining minutes.
Substitutions newport county: at minute 61 J. Martin came in and D. Ajiboye went out., at minute 69 M. Spellman came in and J. Warner went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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