Newport County vs Shrewsbury (League Two) is scheduled for 29 December 2026 at 19:45.
Newport County vs Shrewsbury: league positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salford City | 14 | 10-1-3 | 25:15 | 31 |
| 2 | Barnet | 13 | 7-5-1 | 28:18 | 26 |
| 3 | Walsall | 13 | 5-7-1 | 21:12 | 22 |
| 4 | Crewe | 14 | 5-7-2 | 17:17 | 22 |
| 5 | Cheltenham | 14 | 6-3-5 | 23:25 | 21 |
| 6 | Grimsby | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:18 | 20 |
| 7 | York | 14 | 5-5-4 | 24:21 | 20 |
| 8 | Gillingham | 14 | 5-5-4 | 20:19 | 20 |
| 9 | Accrington ST | 14 | 4-7-3 | 23:17 | 19 |
| 10 | Chesterfield | 14 | 5-4-5 | 24:21 | 19 |
| 11 | Tranmere | 14 | 4-7-3 | 19:17 | 19 |
| 12 | Exeter City | 14 | 5-4-5 | 11:9 | 19 |
| 13 | Swindon Town | 14 | 5-4-5 | 15:17 | 19 |
| 14 | Newport County | 14 | 4-6-4 | 20:17 | 18 |
| 15 | Shrewsbury | 14 | 5-3-6 | 17:22 | 18 |
| 16 | Fleetwood Town | 14 | 4-5-5 | 18:18 | 17 |
| 17 | Bristol Rovers | 14 | 5-1-8 | 17:23 | 16 |
| 18 | Oldham | 14 | 4-3-7 | 15:19 | 15 |
| 19 | Port Vale | 12 | 4-3-5 | 10:14 | 15 |
| 20 | Rochdale | 14 | 4-3-7 | 17:26 | 15 |
| 21 | Northampton | 13 | 3-5-5 | 9:10 | 14 |
| 22 | Colchester | 13 | 2-6-5 | 12:19 | 12 |
| 23 | Rotherham | 14 | 2-6-6 | 18:25 | 12 |
| 24 | Crawley Town | 12 | 2-3-7 | 13:21 | 9 |
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Newport County vs Shrewsbury: analysis of the match
Newport County host Shrewsbury in what could be a decisive clash for survival, with the home side sitting 20th on 5 points after one win, two draws and three defeats, and a goal difference of minus one (10‑11). Shrewsbury sit two places above them on 18th with six points from two victories and four losses, but their defensive frailties are evident in a -6 goal difference (4‑10). Both teams will be desperate for three points, and the recent head‑to‑head record suggests a tightly contested encounter, as neither side has managed to dominate the other this season. A win for Newport could lift them out of the relegation zone, while Shrewsbury will be looking to close the gap on the teams above them.
Newport County vs Shrewsbury: the teams compared
Each team's share in per cent: form in the last matches before this one, goals per match from the table and the head-to-head meetings.
Newport County vs Shrewsbury: FAQ
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 29 December 2026, kick-off: 19:45, venue: Rodney Parade.
Where do the teams stand in the table?
Newport County: 14th (18 points), Shrewsbury: 15th (18 points).
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