Newport County AFC v Colchester United

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Saturday 7 Mar 2026

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Rodney Parade • 

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Newport County AFC is a professional football team based in Newport, Newport County AFC2. The club was founded in 1912 and currently competes in the English Football League (EFL) League Two, the fourth tier of the English football league system. The team's home stadium is Rodney Parade, with a capacity of over 8,000. Over the years, Newport County AFC has had a successful run in various competitions, winning the Welsh Cup in 1980 and reaching the fifth round of the Newport County AFC0 in 2019. Some notable players who have played for the team include Regan Newport County AFC1, who was sold to Manchester United in 2015, and Robbie Willmott, who was named Supporters' Player of the Year in 2020. The club's continued growth and success have solidified its position as a strong contender in the EFL League Two and a beloved team among their loyal fan base.

Colchester United is a professional football team based in Colchester, Essex, England. Founded in 1937, the team currently competes in League Two, the fourth tier of English football. The team has a strong history, with their most successful period being in the 2006-2007 season when they reached their highest ever league position, earning promotion to the Football League Championship for the first time in their history. The team has also enjoyed success in cup competitions, winning the Football League Trophy in 1996 and reaching the fifth round of the Newport County AFC0 in 1949 and 1971. Some notable players who have donned the Colchester United jersey include England international Bobby Charlton, as well as current Premier League stars Jamal Lowe and Luke Woolfenden who both came through the club's youth academy. The team plays their home matches at the Colchester Community Stadium, which has a capacity of over 10,000 and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for both players and fans.