Newport County hires Hayden Mullins as head coach for League Two campaign
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Newport County begins the League Two season with a new head coach, Hayden Mullins, following the resignation of Christian Fuchs. Despite narrowly avoiding relegation last season, the club aims to strengthen its team ahead of its opener against Rochdale on August 15. In a recent Carabao Cup match, Mullins’ side lost to AFC Wimbledon in penalties but showed promise on the pitch. Mullins is optimistic about the coming season, emphasizing the need to improve their home performances after a disappointing record last year.
- •Hayden Mullins replaces Christian Fuchs as Newport County head coach.
- •Newport County starts the season on August 15 against Rochdale.
- •Mullins' side lost to AFC Wimbledon in the Carabao Cup on penalties.
- •Newport County's recent home record was among the worst in the league.
- •Mullins emphasizes the importance of turning Rodney Parade into a tough venue.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Fresh start for County with new boss Mullins
"For the third successive year Newport County start the season with a new boss, and hope to avoid yet another League Two relegation struggle.
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