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Qwen
Tip:BTTS: Yes @ odds 1.80✕ Lost
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won 52 of 89 settled BTTS picks · +18.2u profit · this pick: BTTS: Yes @ 1.80 · 6 units
⚡ Why this pick
Newport grabbed a goal against Wimbledon recently
Rochdale's cup tie ended in a two-goal defeat
Both defenses look a bit open early on
Late goals have been a theme for the visitors
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Newport County
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
27
↓64′
Doidge
20
⚽
Bamba
10
Biggins
9
⚽↓80′
Gwengwe
2
↓87′
Evans
6
Brennan
5
Jenkins
4
⚽
Cameron
22
Norman
3
Davies
1
Wright
Bench (7)
Alfie Merritt ↑64′ · Gerard Garner ↑80′ · Matt Smith ↑87′ · Shaun MacDonald · Moses Alexander-Walker · Dan Sassi · Cole Jarvis
Coach · Hayden Mullins
Match Preview
Newport County vs Rochdale Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-08-13 11:43 UTC
Newport County host Rochdale in League Two opener
League Two kicks off on Saturday, 15 August 2026, with Newport County welcoming Rochdale to Rodney Parade for their opening fixture of the season. This encounter marks Newport's competitive debut under new manager Hayden Mullins, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the occasion.
Team news and expected lineups
Both Newport County and Rochdale have not confirmed their starting lineups for this opening day fixture. With no key absences reported for either side, managers will have a full squad to choose from as they look to begin their league campaigns with a positive result. The expected formations and tactical approaches will be a key talking point as the season gets underway.
Newport's new era begins
Newport County begin their League Two journey under new manager Hayden Mullins. The club's competitive opener under Mullins came in the EFL Cup against AFC Wimbledon, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Mullins was reportedly frustrated by the result, suggesting a keen desire for a more positive outcome in this league debut. The team also played a series of club friendlies against Roma and Bristol City in the lead-up to the season.
Rochdale's promotion push
Rochdale arrive at Rodney Parade having competed in the National League Playoff final in the previous season, ultimately missing out on promotion. Their recent competitive matches include EFL Cup ties against Tranmere Rovers and Bradford City. The team has shown a tendency to score late goals, with nine of their last ten goals coming after the 75th minute, but they have also conceded five goals in the same period after the 75th minute, indicating potential late-game drama.
Recent form and history
Newport County's last five League Two matches of the previous season saw mixed results, with two wins, a draw, and two defeats. Their recent form includes a 1-1 draw with AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Cup and a 1-4 loss to Roma in a friendly. Rochdale's recent history shows a strong finish to their National League campaign, securing wins against Scunthorpe United and Braintree Town, alongside draws against Boreham Wood and York City.
Head-to-head encounters
Historically, Newport County and Rochdale have met several times in League Two. Their most recent encounters have been closely contested. In the 2022-23 season, they drew 1-1 at Rodney Parade, while Rochdale secured a 1-0 victory in the reverse fixture earlier that season. The previous season saw Rochdale win both encounters, 1-0 and 2-0, suggesting a slight edge for Rochdale in recent league meetings.
Rochdale
4-4-2
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39
Brown
9
↓69′
Dieseruvwe
10
Rodney
4
↓69′
East
8
↓69′
Gilmour
19
↓62′
Hannant
13
Adebayo-Rowling
26
Sherring
6
Ebanks-Landell
27
Bilongo
1
Ramming
Bench (7)
Zain Silcott-Duberry ↑62′ · Kaiden Wilson ↑69′ · Edward Francis ↑69′ · Babajide Adeeko ↑69′ · Jake Spaven · Sam Waller · Dan Moss
Coach · Ian Watson
Confirmed by FIFA officials.
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Qwen
Tip:BTTS: Yes @ odds 1.80✕ Lost
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