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Salford City 2:1 Newport County — Match Report

Gary RedknappGary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT
Salford City came from behind to beat Newport County 2-1 in League Two. Trailing to Harrison Biggins' 71st-minute goal, the home side struck twice in the final seven minutes to take all three points. They dominated the contest throughout.
Newport took the lead against the run of play when Biggins finished on 71 minutes. Taylor Allen levelled from Kallum Cesay's assist on 83, and Salford completed the turnaround with a 90th-minute goal to snatch the win.
The statistics underline Salford's control: 74% possession, 30 shots to four, and nine corners to none. Yet they needed until the closing stages to make it count, with Newport's two big chances showing they were always a threat on the break.
Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Salford City vs Newport County?

Salford City 2-1 Newport County (League Two).

Who scored?

Harrison Biggins (71') for Newport County; Taylor Allen (83', assist Kallum Cesay) for Salford City; Kelly N'Mai (90') for Salford City.

Was Salford City's win deserved?

Yes — Salford City were on top for most of the match.

Were there any cards in Salford City vs Newport County?

Yellow cards: Joe Thomas (Newport County); Ryan Graydon (Salford City); Alfie Merritt (Newport County); Cameron Norman (Newport County).

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Head to Head meetings Salford City - Newport County

  • Matches11
  • The biggest draw1-1
  • The most effective match3-2
Salford City logo

Salford City

Newport County logo

Newport County

  • 8

    Victories

  • 1

    Draws

  • 2

    Victories

Victories

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8

2

Away team logo

Scored goals

Home team logo

20

12

Away team logo

Average per game

Home team logo

1.82

1.09

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The biggest victory

Home team logo

3-0

1-3

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Salford City

Salford City

Newport County

Newport County

Salford City - Newport County Best statistical picks

  • Both teams scored in 5 of the last 6 matches

  • Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5

  • Newport County opened the score in 4 of the last 5 matches

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