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David Hughes Backed to Lift Newport County off The Bottom . . . And Save His Job

Cameron Antwi insists Newport County’s players still hold faith in under-pressure manager David Hughes.

Gareth James | 14 hours ago
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David Hughes Insists Only Regular Victories Count as a Revival

Newport County manager David Hughes says his side must string together more victories before anyone can talk about a genuine turnaround in fortunes.

Graham Thomas | Nov 08, 2025
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Same Old Story . . . Newport County Find Something About The Cup Can Crank Their Season Into Gear

David Hughes has been around long enough to know that just as one swallow doesn’t make a summer, a single FA Cup tie victory – on penalties – does not constitute a revival, as Graham Thomas reports.

Graham Thomas | Nov 02, 2025
Newport County manager David Hughes (left) and defender Lee Jenkins. Pic: Alamy

Newport County and David Hughes Inch Away From the Cliff Edge . . . Now They Need To Keep Moving

Cup competitions, including the FA Cup, have been fertile territory to plant Newport County revival stories . . . and can be again, says Ian Mitchelmore.

Ian Mitchelmore | Oct 29, 2025
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Newport County are Treading Water But the Tide is Rising

Newport County are in a mess and something needs to change, quickly, as Ian Mitchelmore reports.

Ian Mitchelmore | Oct 24, 2025
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Newport County Need Cardiff Boost to Spark Fight for Survival

Despite their victory at rivals Cardiff City on Tuesday night in the EFL Trophy, the going is looking tough for Newport County, as Ian Mitchelmore reports.

Ian Mitchelmore | Oct 08, 2025
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Defiant David Hughes Vows to Fight on After Newport Fans Turn on Chairman

David Hughes insists he can still turn things around at Newport County after a 1–0 defeat to Swindon Town plunged his side to the bottom of League Two.

Gareth James | Oct 06, 2025
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Newport County Results Threaten To Deflate all Their Summer Buoyancy

Goodwill, optimism, shrewd recruitment and a progressive managerial appointment all made Newport County fans confident pre-season, but results have been underwhelming, as Ian Mitchelmore reports.

Ian Mitchelmore | Sep 20, 2025
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Newport County Struggling to Adapt To David Hughes Era

Following a very encouraging start to the David Hughes era, Newport County have hit the skids, as Ian Mitchelmore reports.

Ian Mitchelmore | Sep 05, 2025
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It's a Rocky Road Ahead For Newport County Boss David Hughes

Newport County have faced early setbacks under new boss David Hughes, but youth, possession play, and a long-term vision fuel hopes of progress in League Two, as Ian Mitchelmore reports.

Ian Mitchelmore | Aug 21, 2025
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David Hughes Ready to Dig Deeper Foundations for Newport County Rebuild

Newport County have made a steady start under new boss David Hughes, but there is more to come – both on and off the pitch, says Ian Mitchelmore.

Ian Mitchelmore | Aug 07, 2025
Jordan Wright, Newport County goalkeeper

Jordan Wright To Have 'Big Role' At Newport County In Future As David Hughes Evolution Continues

Goalkeeper Jordan Wright is the latest player to join the David Hughes era at Newport County, and the shot stopper brings a wealth of experience to Rodney Parade, despite being just 26 years of age.

Ian Mitchelmore | Jun 30, 2025