Newport County take on the visitors Leeds at “Newport” in the fight of the 1/32 stage of the English FA Cup. The game will be played on Sunday, January 7th.
Newport County occupy the 11th place in the League Two standings. The club gained 20 points in 12 encounters played at the home ground, having got five victories in them. The side’s attack doesn’t impress much, having scored 17 goals so far while its defense is tough enough, having conceded only 11 goals instead. In the previous round of the FA Cup Newport County passed through Cambridge United with 2:0 scoreline. In the recent clashes conducted in face of its supporters the team has broken Exeter City 2:1 and deserved two draws against Lincoln City 0-0 and Carlisle United 3-3.
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In their turn, Leeds settle on the sixth position in the Championship table, battling for the promotion to the Premier League. The side recorded seven triumphs and six defeats in 13 away matches. The club’s offense is doing quite well, having scored 20 goals while its defense leaves much to be desired, having conceded 19 goals already. In their latest clashes played on the road Leeds gained 0:1 loss to Birmingham, 2:1 victory over Burton and 3:1 win over QPR.
The visitors are the favourites of the upcoming fight as the team performs in the higher division and has stronger footballers in its roster, however, it will not be an easy game for them for sure as Newport County won’t give up without a fight. It is going to be an interesting clash with the hosts’ tiny chances for a success outcome.
Prediction for the match: Leeds to win.