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WELSH SIDE DESERVE PLAUDITS

LEAGUE tables might not count for too much in September, but Newport showed why they are among the early-season pacesetters.
This was a classic away performance. Having soaked up While creativity was neither team’s strong point in a gritty encounter, spirit and organisation were on show. Both sides have potential to prosper – but, right now, Newport boast greater momentum. victory. After last term’s mid-table finish, Newport continue to make progress under Mike Flynn. Oldham have also begun the campaign well. Here, they paid the price for wasting their few clear-cut c p...

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