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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
'No-brainer' to join Newport
Nik Tzanev says it was a "no-brainer" to join Newport County following his summer switch from Northampton Town. The 28-year-old has started each of the Exiles' three League Two fixtures so far this season having been identified as the club's replacement for Nick Townsend. And Tzanev has also revealed manager David Hughes and head of goalkeeping Lee Kendall were pivotal in his decision to make the switch to Rodney Parade. "I'm really enjoying it, it's been really nice," he told BBC Sport Wales. "The group we have is really good and there's no bad eggs and no egos. The goalkeeping department we have is top. "The big thing was the gaffer and what he wanted to instil and the environment he wanted to create. "Also Kends [head of goalkeeping Lee Kendall] because I think we've crossed paths for about six years now, so he was a big part to bring me in. Once it all got laid out it was a no-brainer." Newport suffered their first league defeat of the campaign last time out as they conceded in second half added time to lose 2-1 at Grimsby Town. Tzanev was among the away side's star performers as he saved a Jaze Kabia penalty in addition to making a string of impressive stops at Blundell Park. "It's really frustrating, right at the end, I thought second half we were the better team," Tzanev said of the loss to the Mariners. "Just a little lapse of concentration is all that it was in the 94th minute, but that's football for you. "Ultimately it's down to points. It's frustrating not coming away from there without at least a point. It's nice to have a good game, but it's a team sport so it's frustrating."
BBC News
3 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
'No-brainer' to join Newport
Nik Tzanev says it was a "no-brainer" to join Newport County following his summer switch from Northampton 28-year-old has started each of the Exiles' three League Two fixtures so far this season having been identified as the club's replacement for Nick Tzanev has also revealed manager David Hughes and head of goalkeeping Lee Kendall were pivotal in his decision to make the switch to Rodney Parade."I'm really enjoying it, it's been really nice," he told BBC Sport Wales."The group we have is really good and there's no bad eggs and no egos. The goalkeeping department we have is top."The big thing was the gaffer and what he wanted to instil and the environment he wanted to create."Also Kends [head of goalkeeping Lee Kendall] because I think we've crossed paths for about six years now, so he was a big part to bring me in. Once it all got laid out it was a no-brainer."Newport suffered their first league defeat of the campaign last time out as they conceded in second half added time to lose 2-1 at Grimsby was among the away side's star performers as he saved a Jaze Kabia penalty in addition to making a string of impressive stops at Blundell Park."It's really frustrating, right at the end, I thought second half we were the better team," Tzanev said of the loss to the Mariners."Just a little lapse of concentration is all that it was in the 94th minute, but that's football for you."Ultimately it's down to points. It's frustrating not coming away from there without at least a point. It's nice to have a good game, but it's a team sport so it's frustrating."
South Wales Argus
02-08-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Newport County 1 Notts County 1: Exiles share spoils on day of drama
David Hughes' men opened the scoring against the run of play when Ged Garner headed home in the 49th minute, but they had to settle for a draw after Jodi Jones levelled from the spot on 65 minutes. The most significant action of the afternoon happened before kick-off, however, as the match was delayed by one hour due to a medical emergency among the travelling fans. Fans were evacuated from the stands as two air ambulances landed on the pitch to treat the patient and take them to hospital. (Image: Kian Abdullah/Huw Evans Agency) And, once the action finally got under way, it was the visitors who raced out of the blocks with a totally dominant first-half performance that was only missing a goal. The Magpies enjoyed 62 per cent of the possession before the break and registered ten shots to the Exiles' one. They were almost ahead in the 10th minute when Barry Cotter floated in a perfect cross from the right, and Connor Grant ghosted in to meet it on the volley but his side-footed effort clipped the top of the bar with Nik Tzanev beaten. Three minutes later Tom Iorpenda flashed a shot just wide from inside the 18-yard box after some hesitant defending allowed Jacob Bedeau's cross to cannon off Matt Dennis. Tzanev, who put in a man-of-the-match display at Barnet, was called into action again after 20 minutes when he did well to palm away Cotter's free-kick, hit low and hard towards the bottom corner from the edge of the area. And referee Peter Wright ignored the visitors' shouts for a penalty as Sonny Aljofree appeared to be hauled back as he tried to score from the rebound. The chances kept coming for the away side as first Grant and then Iorpenda headed wide from close range and Jodi Jones saw a low drive from 25 yards tipped behind by Tzanev. James Clarke also blocked a goal-bound effort from Grant in the final minute of the half and it wasn't until stoppage time that Hughes' men fired their first shot as Whitmore's effort was deflected behind. (Image: Kian Abdullah/Huw Evans Agency) Hughes had made two changes to his starting XI from the Carabao Cup win at Barnet with Whitmore, back from suspension, and Garner replacing Matt Smith and Courtney Baker-Richardson. Smith was taken off at half-time in midweek as a precaution, while Baker-Richardson came off early in the second half due to illness, so both started on the bench on the first Saturday of the new EFL season. But the Exiles boss had to change something for the second half and he opted to replace the ineffective Ben Lloyd with Cameron Evans, scorer of the winning penalty at Barnet. And, whether as a direct consequence or not, the change had the desired effect as Garner nipped in front of a static defence to head home from point-blank range in the 49th minute after a long throw from Lee Jenkins was flicked into his path. Full of excitement after his first goal in amber and black, Garner tried his luck from distance shortly afterwards and curled his shot high and wide. He soon made way for Baker-Richardson as the hosts looked to add to their lead and avoid a nervy final half hour. But they soon saw their lead disappear as Matt Baker was penalised for a foul on Dennis in the area and Jones sent Tzanev the wrong way from the spot to level on 65 minutes. Michael Reindorf, scorer of a goal-of-the-season contender in midweek, rattled the post with another rocket soon afterwards but neither side could find the winner. Newport County (3-5-2): N Tzanev; L Jenkins, J Clarke, M Baker; J Thomas, A Antwi (M Smith, 73), K Whitmore, B Lloyd (C Evans, 46), T Davies; G Garner (C Baker-Richardson, 57), M Reindorf (B Kamwa, 78) Substitutes not used: J Wright, A Glennon, H Ogunneye Booked: K Whitmore Notts County (4-3-3): K Roos; B Cotter (C Edwards, 79), J Bedeau, S Aljofree, M Platt; K Gordon (K Bennetts, 54), T Iorpenda, M Palmer; J Jones (J Luker, 79), M Dennis ( M Kouhyar, 87), C Grant (O Norburn, 55) Substitutes not used: H Griffiths, R McDonald Booked: T Iorpenda Referee: Peter Wright Attendance: 5,238
South Wales Argus
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Competition to win Newport County AFC home shirt launched
The competition, which starts on August 1, gives one lucky supporter the opportunity to win a large-size, 2025/26 home shirt featuring the club's classic amber and black colours in a fresh design for the new season. The shirt is an official kit and is perfect for proudly displaying support for the Exiles, whether at Rodney Parade or from the comfort of your home. This is an exclusive chance to be one of the first to sport the Exiles' new look as the team gears up for another thrilling campaign. The shirt merges modern style with traditional pride, making it a must-have for any dedicated County fan. The competition is open to digital subscribers, who must be UK residents and over 18. To be eligible, subscribers are required to submit a completed entry form at The competition will close on Tuesday, August 19, at 11.59pm. The winner, who will be selected at random, will be announced by Friday, August 29. The winning subscriber will be contacted by Newsquest Media Group via telephone and email up to three times. If the winner cannot be reached, they will forfeit their right to the prize, and a new winner will be chosen. The prize is subject to availability, non-transferable, and no cash equivalent will be offered. For full terms and conditions, see Newsquest's Prize Competition Rules.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Survivor' Season 48 Winner Crowned On CBS
SPOILER ALERT: This post contains details on the Season 48 finale Survivor Season 48 ended, declaring one castaway the $1 million prize winner. More from Deadline 'Survivor' Season 48 Cast Photos: Meet The 18 Castaways Competing For $1 Million Prize On CBS Jeff Probst Details 'Dramatic' Medical Emergency Cut From 'Survivor' Season 48 Premiere Swift 'S.W.A.T.' Spinoff: Behind The Mad Dash To Get 'Exiles' Starring Shemar Moore Off The Ground Host Jeff Probst teased that the finale will see a reckoning, saying, 'It was inevitable there would be blood because in order to win this game, you gotta get to four to have a shot, you gotta get to three to plead your case. So there will be more blood tonight because there has to b,e and it will be personal, because it is.' On the finale night, the five remaining castaways were Mitch Guerra, Kyle Fraser, Kamilla Karthigesu, Joe Hunter, and Eva Erickson. The top five competed in two immunity challenges and went on to two tribal councils, which left the final three contestants to plead their case. Kamilla won the first immunity challenge, which was quite the feat as she had arrived at the puzzle dead last. Eva had an idol that gave her immunity from any votes she would have received at the tribal council. After Probst counted all the votes, Mitch was eliminated, making him the seventh jury member. The final immunity challenge saw Kyle win and take a spot on the final three. He brought Joe along with him, making Kamilla and Eva play in the fire-making showdown. Kamilla wasn't able to catch a flame, but Eva powered through, winning the showdown and claiming a spot in the final three. Who were the Season 48 finalists? The final three castaways competing for the $1 million prize on Survivor Season 48 were Kyle Fraser, Joe Hunter, and Eva Erickson. RELATED: Who made up the Season 48 jury? The eight jury members of Survivor Season 48 were Cedrek McFadden, Chrissy Sarnowsky, David Kinne, Star Toomey, Mary Zheng, Shauhin Davari, Mitch Guerra, and Kamilla Karthigesu. How did the Season 48 jury vote? Cedrek: JoeChrissy: KyleDavid: KyleStar: EvaMary: EvaShauhin: KyleMitch: KyleKamilla: Kyle RELATED: Who won Season 48? Kyle Fraser won Survivor Season 48 with five jury votes. Eva Erickson was the runner-up with two votes in her favor, and Joe Hunter received one. Probst noted that it's rare for all three finalists to receive votes from the jury. Best of Deadline Every 'The Voice' Winner Since Season 1, Including 9 Team Blake Champions Everything We Know About 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' So Far 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
