This Saturday (18 April) Newport County take on Cheltenham Town at the EV Charger Points Stadium in Matchday 44 of League Two.
Cheltenham currently sit in 18th place and have secured their safety for another season in the league.
Here’s everything you need to know about our opponents.
The History
Cheltenham was founded in 1887 by a man called Albert Close White who was a local teacher.
It took until 1931 for Cheltenham to move into Whaddon Road and a season later featured in their first FA Cup, losing to Blackpool in the third round.
When Steve Cotterill was appointed in the 1996-97 season success began to come to Cheltenham as he won promotion from the Southern Football League Premier Division.
And in 1999 Cheltenham won the Conference title as they secured their spot in the English Football League.
However, in 2015 Cheltenham would be relegated to the Conference League but would instantly find their way back.
Since then, Cheltenham have been in League One but were relegated in 2024 and have since remained in League Two.
The Form
The Robins currently sit in 18th place in League Two and have recently secured their safety and place in the league next season.
Cheltenham had a terrible start to the season as they lost their first five games in the league as they conceded 11 goals and only scored once.
Although as of recent the Robins have won two of their last five against Walsall and Gillingham as well as drawing against Cambridge.
In the EFL Cup Cheltenham made it to the second round after defeating Exeter City but suffered a 3-0 defeat to Cardiff City.
On the other hand, in the FA Cup Cheltenham made it to the third round but lost 2-0 at home to Championship side Leicester City.
The Manager
Cheltenham’s current manager is Steve Cotterill who to many is considered a club legend.
Cotterill was first manager in 1997 until 2002 and led the Robins to a FA Trophy and promotion into the English Football League.
However, since returning to Cheltenham last year he has rescued the club from the bottom of the league to survival in League Two.
The Englishman has also managed a variety of clubs throughout his managerial career such as Nottingham Forest, Birmingham City and Bristol City.
The Captain
James Wilson is currently listed as club captain for Cheltenham.
The Welshman has played in 38 league games so far this season having impressive performances as of late.
Wilson joined the club this season after spending time at Bristol Rovers, Plymouth Argyle and Ipswich Town.
The defender has also won two League one trophies, one with Sheffield United and the other with Plymouth. He has also won League Two and the EFL trophy with Lincoln City.
Ones To Watch
An evident player for fans to look out for is Isaac Hutchinson.
Hutchinson is currently in the best form of his career having scored 16 goals and providing five assists in the league so far this season.
The midfielder has also scored four goals in his last five games.
Jordan Thomas is another player for Cheltenham to look out for.
Thomas has scored six goals and has helped his teammates score as he has five assists this season.
The winger will be one to look out for on the wing with his dangerous play.
