Newport County vs Shrewsbury Town - League Two Match
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Newport County vs Shrewsbury Town Preview: League Two Clash
Newport County will host Shrewsbury Town at Rodney Parade on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 18:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting League Two encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Newport County recent form shows 1 win, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 4 games.
Shrewsbury Town have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 5 games while suffering 4 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
Shrewsbury Town have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 3 of the last 4 encounters compared to Newport County's 0 wins. With 1 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Newport County will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Shrewsbury Town cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 18:00 UTC
- Venue: Rodney Parade
- Competition: League Two
- Newport County Position: 24th (17 pts)
- Shrewsbury Town Position: 22nd (19 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 4): Newport County 0W - 1D - 3W Shrewsbury Town

