Newport County secured a point on the road with a goalless draw against Accrington Stanley at the Wham Stadium. The result leaves the Exiles 19th in League Two on six points from seven games, extending their unbeaten run to two matches.
The team travelled north aiming for a first away win of the season. They faced an Accrington side sitting 21st and just a point above the relegation zone. John Doolan has managed Accrington since March 2024, overseeing 123 games. His forward Charlie Caton has been a threat, scoring five goals in six league appearances, with four of those coming at home.
Newport County’s recent form shows three draws and two defeats from their last five outings. Their last result before this trip was a 1-1 home draw with Fleetwood Town, where Christian Doidge scored. The team’s next challenge is a home fixture against high-flying Grimsby, who are third in the table.
Accrington Stanley were promoted to League Two in 2006 and won the division in 2018. They returned to this level in 2023 after a spell in League One. Investment from Andy Holt in 2015 helped improve the club’s facilities at the Crown Ground, their home since 1970. This season they reached the second round of the EFL Cup, beating Oldham Athletic and Peterborough United before a loss to Doncaster Rovers.
For Newport County, the focus now shifts to preparing for Grimsby’s visit. The squad’s current league position and recent results are detailed on our standings page. The point at Accrington provides a platform as they look to climb the table in the coming weeks.
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