Newport County defeats Carlisle United 1-0, secures fourth consecutive win

Newport County secured a 1-0 victory against Carlisle United, with substitute Kyle Hudlin scoring the only goal in the second half. This win marks Newport's fourth consecutive victory, propelling them to 14th place in League Two, while Carlisle remains at the bottom, now six points adrift from safety. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Carlisle failed to capitalize, missing key opportunities that could have changed the outcome. Newport's manager, Nelson Jardim, credited his substitutions and team cohesion for the win, highlighting the importance of hard work and momentum in football. Meanwhile, new Carlisle manager Mark Hughes faces a significant challenge as his team struggles to find form, suffering their seventh defeat in eight matches. The match underscores the stark contrast in trajectories for both teams, with Newport now well clear of the relegation zone and Carlisle in dire straits.