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Shaquille Gwengwe enjoys strong start with Newport County

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Shaquille Gwengwe enjoys strong start with Newport County

Summary

Shaquille Gwengwe, a forward for Newport County, is relishing his new role after joining from Poole Town this summer. He scored Newport's second goal in a 3-0 victory against Rochdale during his league debut. Gwengwe previously faced difficulties in a penalty shootout against AFC Wimbledon but remains focused on improving. Adapting to a new position under manager Graham Mullins, he emphasizes contributing to the team by creating and scoring goals.

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By the Numbers

•Gwengwe scored 46 goals in 46 games last season in Southern Premier Division South.
•He scored in Newport's 3-0 win against Rochdale on his league debut.
•Gwengwe missed a penalty in his competitive debut against AFC Wimbledon.
•He is playing out wide under manager Graham Mullins, focusing on team needs.

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3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Gwengwe relishing fresh start at County

What they're saying

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Newport County Shaquille Gwengwe says he is enjoying his time in south Wales since signing from Poole Town in the summer. The prolific 24-year-old scored 46 goals in 46 games last season in the Southern Premier Division South and stepped up three divisions to switch to the Exiles. The forward made his league debut during County's season opener, scoring County's second goal in their 3-0 win against Rochdale.
— Yahoo Sports

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