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BBC News
04-05-2025
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Newport need 'change' to move forward
Newport County interim manager Dafydd Williams says "a lot needs to change" at the club berfore next disappointing 2024-25 ended with a 4-1 home defeat by Tranmere Rovers which saw them finish just above the League Two relegation took charge for the final two games of the season after Nelson Jardim recently left his role as head coach."Reflecting on the whole season, whoever you point the finger at, we've probably finished in the position we deserve to finish," Williams told BBC Sport Wales."It's not good enough for this football club and those that are here next year – that has to be a real reality check for them because in my opinion a lot of it is unacceptable."A lot needs to change to move forward and to go in the right direction as a football club." County chairman Huw Jenkins, who wants Jardim's successor in place by the end of the month, acknowledged the team had struggled for said he wanted to create a buzz at Newport once again with the club challenging for the play-offs as well as FA Cup runs."I think this club, mid-to-long-term, is an exciting place to be," Williams added."I think we can learn a lot of lessons from this season in terms of what's needed and what's required and whether that's with the players that are in the building or potentially coming in over the summer."The lads that are here next year, that are contracted, they need to learn the harsh reality of what League Two."
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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Williams open to managing Newport full time
Newport County caretaker boss Dafydd Williams is not ruling himself out of the running for the job full-time, saying he wants to stay at the club "in whatever capacity". Williams was placed in temporary charge for the final two games of the season following the departure of Nelson Jardim. Advertisement The 32-year-old will lead Newport in their final fixture of the 2024-25 League Two campaign against Tranmere Rovers at Rodney Parade on Saturday, 3 May (15:00 BST). Williams says it has been an "honour" to manage the side, and is ready to step into the role on a permanent basis if he is asked. "Well, I 100% trust in my ability and my capabilities as a coach and a head coach," said Williams when asked if he felt he could do the top job. "Equally, I want the right person to manage this football club. The club deserves that, the fans deserve that. "Whatever capacity it is, I would love to stay. I've had a really good two years here." Advertisement Williams has been on the coaching staff at Newport since former boss Graham Coughlan brought him in from Bristol Rovers. He says he has not spoken to chairman Huw Jenkins about next season but feels the club need to appoint a new boss as soon as possible. "I think it goes without saying that the earlier, the better," he said. "It gives that person more time. "I have no doubt the chairman and other people behind the scenes are working hard to find the right person." County, 21st in League Two, hope to end a disappointing season on a high by securing their first win in nine games, with Williams urging his team to get the fans' "juices flowing" ahead of next season.
BBC News
02-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Williams open to managing Newport full time
Newport County caretaker boss Dafydd Williams is not ruling himself out of the running for the job full-time, saying he wants to stay at the club "in whatever capacity".Williams was placed in temporary charge for the final two games of the season following the departure of Nelson 32-year-old will lead Newport in their final fixture of the 2024-25 League Two campaign against Tranmere Rovers at Rodney Parade on Saturday, 3 May (15:00 BST).Williams says it has been an "honour" to manage the side, and is ready to step into the role on a permanent basis if he is asked."Well, I 100% trust in my ability and my capabilities as a coach and a head coach," said Williams when asked if he felt he could do the top job."Equally, I want the right person to manage this football club. The club deserves that, the fans deserve that."Whatever capacity it is, I would love to stay. I've had a really good two years here."Williams has been on the coaching staff at Newport since former boss Graham Coughlan brought him in from Bristol says he has not spoken to chairman Huw Jenkins about next season but feels the club need to appoint a new boss as soon as possible. "I think it goes without saying that the earlier, the better," he said. "It gives that person more time. "I have no doubt the chairman and other people behind the scenes are working hard to find the right person."County, 21st in League Two, hope to end a disappointing season on a high by securing their first win in nine games, with Williams urging his team to get the fans' "juices flowing" ahead of next season.
BBC News
27-04-2025
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- BBC News
Williams unclear on Newport job future
Dafydd Williams says he remains unclear over his long-term future at Newport County following his first game as interim was placed in temporary charge of the Exiles following the departure of Nelson oversaw a 2-0 loss to Fleetwood Town on Saturday and will lead Newport in their final fixture of the 2024-25 League Two campaign against Tranmere Rovers at Rodney Parade on Saturday, 3 May (15:00 BST).And Williams says his sole focus lies on ensuring Newport end their turbulent campaign in style to give supporters hope for next season."I haven't been told anything," he told BBC Sport Wales."It was literally just to take the last two games, so full focus on next Saturday. "Some people might look at it from a perspective that we haven't got anything to play for and it's a bit of a dead rubber. That's not the case. "The focus and determination throughout the week will be exactly the same as it should be every other week. "That will be relayed to the players. We want to go to Rodney Parade next Saturday and give the supporters something to look forward to coming back in pre-season."
