Andrew Penman

HEADACHE: Scot Bennett, one of Newport County's top performers so far this season, is one of five Exiles players out of contract on June 30

Summer football a dilemma for Exiles players out of contract
WHO knows when we will see Newport County AFC return to action?

ACTION: Last week's trip to Carlisle United may have been the last match for some time for Newport County AFC

Coronavirus crisis: Sport a great distraction but health more important

DEJECTED: Defender Ryan Inniss leads the Newport County players off the pitch after Saturday's 5-0 defeat at Oldham Athletic.

After a frightful February, it's time for the Exiles to march on together

TARGET: Manager Michael Flynn has missed out on signing Wales international Joe Ledley, inset

Newport County will move on quickly as Ledley heads Down Under

FLASHBACK: It's nearly three years since Michael Flynn, centre, replaced Graham Westley, right, as Newport County manager

Why Exiles boss Flynn has earned the time to turn things around

FRUSTRATED: Newport County captain Joss Labadie reacts after seeing another chance go to waste at Plymouth Argyle last week

The stats that show the Exiles could yet meet great expectations

EXPERIENCE: Ryland Morgans, right, helped Chris Coleman's Wales reach the semi-finals of Euro 2016 and now he's on board at Newport County

Meet County's secret weapon, who's worked with Bale, Ramsey and Suarez

HIGHLIGHTS: My top picks of the best sporting moments from 2010 to 2019

Our top picks from a decade to remember in Welsh sport

RETURN: Former Newport County manager Graham Westley is back in League Two with Stevenage

Why Graham Westley's Newport County legacy wasn't entirely negative

FLASHBACK: Newport County celebrate promotion after victory over Wrexham at Wembley in 2013

Do you agree with our Newport County team of the decade?

FOCUS: After the FA Cup win at Maldon & Tiptree, Newport County can now concentrate on climbing back up the League Two table

How the frantic festive fixture list can help County climb the table

BOSS: Newport County manager Michael Flynn on the touchline at Rodney Parade

Forget dry January, County fans should cut out the boos in December

OPPORTUNITY: National manager Ryan Giggs will finally make it to a major tournament if Wales beat Hungary tonight

Time for Ryan Giggs to lay to rest past failures with Wales

APPEALS: Newport County's Mickey Demetriou and Matty Dolan try to convince referee Ross Joyce to give a penalty at Wembley in May

Why the Exiles and League Two are better off without shambolic VAR

NATIONAL SERVICE: Newport County academy graduate Regan Poole has won 19 Wales under-21 caps

How Regan Poole can shine on the big stage like old Exiles pal Aaron Wainwright

VITAL: Gareth Bale secured a crucial point for Wales against Croatia in Sunday night's Euro 2020 qualifier at the Cardiff City Stadium

Why Wales are going in the right direction again under Giggs

GOAL: Padraig Amond celebrates after putting Newport County 1-0 up at Forest Green Rovers in August

The stats that prove it's too soon to write off Exiles goal ace Amond

ATTACK: Newport County defender Ryan Haynes takes the fight to Swindon Town on Saturday

Why Newport County haven't missed star men Day and Butler

TOGETHER: The Newport County players in a pre-match huddle before Saturday's draw with Exeter City

Why Newport County have nothing to fear from anyone in League Two

TARGET: Newport County manager Michael Flynn is a wanted man after his success at Rodney Parade

Why County have to be prepared for the end of the Flynn era

FANTASTIC: Newport County supporters are enjoying their side’s excellent start to the season

Success of fan-owned clubs shows it's not all doom and gloom in the EFL

VICTORY: Newport County manager Michael Flynn and his players enjoyed their win at Gillingham in the Carabao Cup

Hammer time gives Newport County yet another chance to shine

FLASHBACK: Newport County's Mickey Demetriou keeps a close eye on Nicky Maynard, one of Bury's big signings last season

County fans know exactly what Bury faithful are going through this week

JOY: Captain Joss Labadie celebrates with Newport County boss Michael Flynn, right, and assistant Wayne Hatswell at Leeds United in August 2017

Why County's love affair with the cups appears to be over

HEROES: Justin Edinburgh, left, and Michael Flynn celebrate promotion for Newport County in 2013.

Why Justin Edinburgh's Exiles legacy should never be forgotten

SUPPORT: Former Newport County captain Fraser Franks in action against Leicester City in January

If you only attend one Exiles friendly this summer, make it this one

PRIDE: United States star Megan Rapinoe, centre, lifts the Women’s World Cup trophy

ANDREW PENMAN: Lack of openly gay players is a stain on men's football

TOGETHER: Newport County players and staff in a huddle at Wembley after losing the League Two play-off final to Tranmere Rovers in May

Why Newport County look to be in decent shape, 30 years on from reformation

FAREWELL: Dan Butler and Newport County.were so close to winning promotion at Wembley last month

Why nobody should begrudge Exiles heroes a chance to better themselves

DESPAIR: Newport County striker Padraig Amond shows the pain of defeat to Tranmere Rovers in the League Two play-off final at Wembley

Plenty of work to do to ensure this is not the end of the journey for Newport County

SUPPORT: Newport County fans cheering their side on to promotion at Wembley in the 2013 Conference play-off final

Why everyone should be welcome on the Wembley bandwagon

MEMORIES: Newport County's shootout hero Matty Dolan celebrates with the fans at Mansfield Town

'Exiles are 90 minutes away from perfect ending to superb season'

SUCCESS: Michael Flynn and his Newport County players celebrate with the fans at Morecambe on Saturday. Picture: Huw Evans Agency

ANDREW PENMAN: History beckons for Newport County as remarkable rise continues

TOGETHER: The spirit within the camp could see Newport County earn a place in the League Two play-offs this week

It's been 130 days since County were last in a play-off position - but that could change tonight

STAR: Regan Poole has made a big difference for Newport County since returning on loan from Manchester United

How the return of Manchester United starlet has transformed County's defensive record

WINNERS: Joe Day, left, and Dan Butler, right with directors Colin Faulkner and Gavin Foxall at Sunday’s EFL Awards. Picture: Newport County AFC

ANDREW PENMAN: Season finale could be key to keeping Exiles stars on Parade

JOY: Fraser Franks scored the winner for Newport County at Tranmere Rovers in September. The two sides meet again this weekend

Why County's treatment of star forced to retire should attract new talent to club

VICTORY: Goal scorer Daniel James, left, celebrates with Wales teammates David Brooks, centre, and Harry Wilson on Sunday

ANDREW PENMAN: Still room for improvement for Ryan Giggs' youthful Wales team

PARTNERSHIP: Newport County strikers Jamille Matt, left, and Padraig Amond have 38 goals between them already this season

ANDREW PENMAN: Amond and Matt best duo since legends Tynan and Aldridge

SPOTLIGHT: Newport County welcomed Premier League champions Manchester City to Rodney Parade in the FA Cup fifth round

As lease ticks down uncertainty is growing over Newport County's future at Rodney Parade

MEMORIES: The Newport County players defend a free-kick from Manchester City star Leroy Sane on Saturday. Picture: Huw Evans Agency

ANDREW PENMAN: No time for County's cup heroes to rest on their laurels

STAR: Sergio Aguero and Manchester City will take on Newport County at Rodney Parade on Saturday

Man City showdown shows how far Exiles have come

MASSIVE: Newport County go for FA Cup glory again when they take on Middlesbrough tonight

ANDREW PENMAN: A win tonight would make league pain worthwhile

BUSY: Newport County manager Michael Flynn has work to do in the transfer market after Saturday's draw at Middlesbrough

ANDREW PENMAN: Fixture backlog makes fresh blood a necessity for Exiles

TALENT: Newport County loan star Antoine Semenyo showed his exciting potential against Danny Simpson and Leicester City earlier this month

ANDREW PENMAN: Exiles ace should be wary over Premier League interest

GUIDANCE: Newport County manager Michael Flynn, left, with management consultant Lennie Lawrence

ANDREW PENMAN: Lennie Lawrence vital as Flynn endures tough test

MEMORIES: Newport County fans soaking up the magic of the FA Cup on Sunday as their side beat Leicester City at Rodney Parade

ANDREW PENMAN: 'Impossible dream' becomes reality for County

CHALLENGE: January could be a busy month for Newport County manager Michael Flynn, left, and assistant Wayne Hatswell, right

ANDREW PENMAN: Exiles progress is clear, and 2019 can be even better

DAMPENER: Saturday's League Two clash with MK Dons was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at Rodney Parade. Picture: Huw Evans Agency

ANDREW PENMAN: Exiles now in better shape to weather pitch problems

FRUSTRATED: Newport County manager Michael Flynn, left, and assistant Wayne Hatswell watch the action at Swindon Town on Saturday

ANDREW PENMAN: Big two weeks a test of Exiles' promotion credentials

TOGETHER: Newport County take on Cheltenham Town in tonight's Checkatrade Trophy second-round tie at Whaddon Road

ANDREW PENMAN: Trophy not the priority, but Exiles should give it a shot

FAVOURITE: Michael Flynn, left, is apparently wanted by Shrewsbury Town after his success at Newport County with assistant Wayne Hatswell, right

ANDREW PENMAN: Leave or remain, it's time to end 'Flexit' speculation

TARGET: Newport County manager Michael Flynn applauds the fans after Saturday's win over Colchester United. Picture: Huw Evans Agency

ANDREW PENMAN: Flynn would leave unfinished business if he moves on now

TALENT: Newport County's Joss Labadie went toe to toe with Tottenham Hotspur's Victor Wanyama in Last season's FA Cup fourth-round tie

ANDREW PENMAN: Return of Labadie and Crofts should be big boost for Exiles