Etete scores on debut as Newport draws with York City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 6:09 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Etete scores on debut as Newport draws with York City

Summary

Kion Etete marked his Newport County debut with a goal in the 1-1 draw against York City on October 17. Etete, on loan from Cardiff City, equalized shortly after coming on, alleviating concerns after experienced striker Christian Doidge's injury earlier in the month. Newport now prepares for a match against Rotherham United on October 20, aiming to extend their unbeaten run. Newport manager Hayden Mullins expressed optimism about Etete's quick integration and impact on the team, despite needing to manage his fitness following injury.

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•Kion Etete scores after two minutes on Newport debut.
•Newport draws 1-1 against York City in League Two.
•Christian Doidge suffered a groin injury earlier this month.
•Next match for Newport is against Rotherham United on October 20.
•Manager Hayden Mullins pleased with the team's attacking options.

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6:09 AMYahoo Sports — Etete impact eases Newport's Doidge injury concerns

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Goals from two Cardiff City loanees have come at just the right time for Newport County after losing experienced striker Christian Doidge.
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