Newport County vs Plymouth — Prediction & Betting Tips

Newport County take on Plymouth in the EFL Trophy on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. Below is our data-driven preview and prediction for this fixture, based on head-to-head history and recent form.

In their last 15 meetings, Newport County have won 4, drawn 2 and lost 8 against Plymouth. These fixtures have averaged 2.2 goals per game, with both teams scoring in 33% of them.

Defensively, Newport County kept 6 clean sheets and Plymouth kept 5 across those meetings, giving a useful guide to how tight this matchup tends to be.