Newport County earns 3-0 victory over Rochdale in League Two opener
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Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Newport County secured a 3-0 victory against Rochdale in their League Two opener at Rodney Parade on August 15, 2026. The hosts took control early with goals from Kyle Cameron and Shaquille Gwengwe in the first half. Rochdale's struggles worsened when left-back Bryant Bilongo received a red card in the 66th minute. Yahya Bamba added a third goal for Newport in stoppage time, ensuring a strong start under new manager Hayden Mullins.
- •Newport County leads 3-0 against Rochdale at halftime
- •Kyle Cameron and Shaquille Gwengwe score in the first half
- •Bryant Bilongo sent off for Rochdale in the 66th minute
- •Yahya Bamba scores Newport's third in stoppage time
- •Match played at Rodney Parade with 4,872 spectators
"Newport and new manager Hayden Mullins enjoyed a dream start to their League Two campaign with a 3-0 home win over newly-promoted Rochdale.
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