Newport County to Face Bristol City in Pre-Season Friendly

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Newport County will face Bristol City in a pre-season friendly to prepare for the 2025-26 Sky Bet League Two season.

The Exiles will visit the Robins High Performance Centre on Tuesday, July 22, with a 12:00 PM kick-off. As in previous years, the match will be held behind closed doors. 

Bristol City finished 6th in the Sky Bet Championship last season but fell to Sheffield United in the play-off semi-finals. This fixture will provide a stern test for Newport as they gear up for the League Two campaign.

Match Details:

  • Bristol City vs. Newport County
  • Tuesday, July 22
  • 12:00 PM
  • Robins High Performance Centre
  • Behind Closed Doors

Further updates will be shared as they become available.


We also confirm the club will kick off their pre-season with a match against Pontypridd United on Tuesday, July 1.

Current Confirmed Friendlies:

  • Pontypridd United - July 1
  • Worcester City - July 12
  • Weston-super-Mare - July 15
  • Torquay United - July 19
  • Bristol City - July 22