About our Newport County news
Latest news on Newport County AFC, the Exiles, covering League Two football, match results, transfers, fixtures, and stories from South Wales.
Newport County AFC is a professional football club based in Newport, South Wales, competing in EFL League Two, the fourth tier of English football. With their distinctive amber and black colours and home at Rodney Parade, the club has been a fixture of Welsh football since 1912.
What makes Newport County particularly special is its supporter-owned structure, established in 2015 through the Newport County AFC Supporters Society Limited. This model gives fans a direct stake in their club's future, with an elected board and regular meetings ensuring democratic governance. The club's strong community ties are reflected in their passionate fanbase and their role as a focal point for The Exiles' sporting identity, bridging Welsh and English football cultures.
The club's history is rich with memorable moments, from their founding as members of the Southern League to becoming founder members of Football League Third Division in 1920. Their finest hour came in the 1938-39 season when they won the Third Division South championship, earning promotion to the Second Division. Newport reached the FA Cup fifth round in 1948-49, a feat they matched 70 years later in 2019, demonstrating the club's enduring ability to compete against higher-tier opposition in knockout competitions.
Whether you're following the Exiles' League Two campaign, tracking transfer news, or staying updated on cup competitions and local football stories, our NewsNow feed on Newport County delivers comprehensive, real-time coverage from reliable sources. The feed ensures supporters never miss crucial updates about their beloved club, from matchday team sheets to boardroom decisions, providing the complete picture of life at this historic South Wales institution.