York – Newport County

York host Newport County in what promises to be a decisive clash at the bottom of the table. The home side sit third with 11 points from six games, their three victories and two draws balanced by a single loss and a respectable 13‑8 goal difference. Newport County, languishing in 20th place, have gathered just five points, their lone win and two draws offset by three defeats and a narrow –1 goal swing (10‑11). With York looking to consolidate a top‑three position and Newport desperate for the points needed to climb out of the relegation zone, the encounter could prove pivotal for both campaigns.