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Grimsby Town Edges Out Newport County in Tense Encounter at Blundell Park
Grimsby Town secured a 1-0 victory over Newport County at Blundell Park in Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire on March 22nd, 2025, in a League Two matchday 38 clash. Referee A. Young oversaw a game characterized by tension and yellow cards.
Grimsby dominated possession (63%) and created more goal-scoring opportunities, registering 16 shots (5 on target). Their superior accuracy led to the game’s only goal in the 64th minute, courtesy of G. McEachran. Newport County managed only 7 shots (1 on target) and a significantly lower possession percentage (37%).
The match was punctuated by numerous fouls, 13 from Newport and 9 from Grimsby. Discipline proved a challenge for both teams. Newport County accumulated 3 yellow cards (Evans, Whitmore, and Baker), while Grimsby received 2 (Rose and Khouri).
Despite Newport County’s fight until the final whistle, Grimsby’s clinical finishing and resolute defense secured a hard-fought win, reflecting their greater control of the game.
Substitutions newport county: at minute 59 J. Martin came in and M. Spellman went out., at minute 59 K. Whitmore came in and D. Ajiboye went out., at minute 75 C. Antwi came in and C. Evans went out.
Substitutions grimsby: at minute 74 J. Luker came in and L. Barrington went out., at minute 90 C. Thompson came in and G. McEachran went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Grimsby
Newport County
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