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Newport County Fires Coach Amid Disastrous Season Start

11/16/2025

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Newport County AFC dismissed Head Coach Dave Hughes and Assistant Manager Wayne Hatswell after a poor start to the season, with 11 defeats in 16 league games and the club sitting bottom of League Two, four points from safety.
The decision was announced in a club statement.
Dave Hughes acknowledged the decision.
Hughes urged supporters to remain loyal to the team, emphasizing their potential.

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Newport County AFC dismissed Head Coach Dave Hughes and Assistant Manager Wayne Hatswell after a poor start to the season, with 11 defeats in 16 league games and the club sitting bottom of League Two, four points from safety.
The decision was announced in a club statement.
Dave Hughes acknowledged the decision.
Hughes urged supporters to remain loyal to the team, emphasizing their potential.