Accrington Defeat 10-Man Newport to Climb League Two Table
Accrington Stanley achieved a decisive 4-1 victory over Newport County, who played with ten men, at Rodney Parade. This win propels Accrington up the League Two table, showcasing their recent strong form.
Match Overview
The match began favorably for Accrington as they scored within the first two minutes. Alex Henderson found the bottom corner with a well-placed shot, putting Accrington ahead early.
Newport’s Resilience
Despite the early setback, Newport County fought back. They equalized ten minutes before halftime when Nathan Opoku capitalized on a cross from Harrison Biggins, heading the ball in from close range.
Turning Point
The game shifted in the 51st minute when Isaac Sinclair took advantage of a defensive error by Ryan Delaney to put Accrington back in the lead. Newport’s hopes of a comeback suffered significantly when Opoku, who had scored their equalizer, was sent off in the 69th minute after receiving his second yellow card for a reckless challenge.
Securing the Win
Accrington solidified their win late in the match. Paddy Madden scored in the 82nd minute with a clinical finish. In stoppage time, Isaac Heath added a fourth goal, benefiting from a deflection.
Final Score
The match concluded with Accrington Stanley beating Newport County 4-1, marking an important victory in their League Two campaign.
