Matty Jacob returns to training ahead of FA Cup match

Matty Jacob has resumed training with Newport County ahead of their FA Cup tie against Walsall on Saturday. Jacob has been sidelined since sustaining a hamstring injury in an October match against York City. Newport manager Hayden Mullins expressed cautious optimism about Jacob's availability for the upcoming match but remains uncertain if it will be too soon for him to play. The team also sees the return of forward Michael Adu-Poku, while injuries continue to affect squad depth with James Crole facing another setback. Fulham and Cardiff loanees are expected to return to the squad later in the season.

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