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Alan Cooper

@alnp20.bsky.social
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Old Newport County supporter and even older Newportonian

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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I’m disappointed with Andy Burnham.Yesterday he was at the UN giving a speech about Ukraine and talking to Trump.Today he wants to legalise drinking at football clubs.I can’t remember anyone complaining about this. Now it’s pitted the pro fans against the anti fans. If it’s not broke don’t fix it
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Just received an email from the County Trust about the Fan Egagement Plan. The schedule says Fan Council to be set up in July, Fan Forum with the club in August and a HJ’s introduction saying there would be more comms with fans this season than last. So far none of this has happened !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Unexpected team selection but have confidence in Mullins. Accrington have been attacking teams from the off this season so hopefully the idea is to hold them for 60 mins then hit them with our impact bench……I hope !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Big day for the County defence. If they can stifle one of the EFL’s top scorers, Caton, and Shaq can steal a goal we might get a result up north today !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
For me today’s match is a pointer to what’s ahead. If we win then we are on the up. If we draw we are holding our own. But a loss is a portent from the Gods of Football that it will be another hard grind of a season
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Don’t give up yet, lads ! Most pre-season predictions were we would finish around 20th. We have played 2 home games and are undefeated. 3 away games 2 of which have been against top predicted teams and today we were without a hit man striker. Give them a bit of leeway before we are in despair mode
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
I’m more upbeat about the County today. It’s nice to have some in charge ( not HJ ! ) someone with their hand on the tiller. There may be troubled waters ahead, we may even sink and go down but for the moment it’s plain sailing
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
I see Jamieson scored on his debut for Ross County in the Scots League Cup
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Today’s match will be the first real test for the County. I will be impressed if they keep another clean sheet today. Hey ! This is not football weather though. Just hit 30c here in Newport.
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Our first NEW signing ! Shaquille Gwengwe from Poole Town. Top goalscorer in Southern league! 24 years old. Could be just what we need
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
It’s sad to see our favourites leave the County but hopefully this gives Fuchs a blank canvas and we can see the type of player he brings in and his style of play. Something to look forward to !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
I know it may bring future despair but ‘‘ Tis done “. I have not filled in my tax form or made an appointment with the dentist……. I’ve bought my season ticket ! I hope the gods of football smile on the County and give us a comfortable 18th position with no relegation battles !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Just listened to Yannis Varoufakis on the Rest is Politics podcast. He was finance minister when Greece went bankrupt in 2015. Really interesting chap with his own economic and political views youtu.be/QEgpcMSf56g?...
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From the 2008 Crash to the Rise of Populism | Yanis Varoufakis
YouTube video by The Rest Is Politics: Leading
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
It’s 10 to 5 on a Saturday afternoon and I feel relaxed, care free, walking on air ! Haven’t felt like this for 9 months or more. I wonder why ?
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
The first 7 months of this season Kamwa didn’t tackle,didn’t head the ball and most importantly he didn’t score. Then in the last 6 weeks he scores 5 goals that probably kept us up.He will be on top wages so will CF try and retain him or will he be enticed away by a higher bid ?
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Just seen the County team. Anyone know who Pugh is on the subs bench ?
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Trying to get in the right frame of mind but to paraphrase the Bard “Stiffen the sinews , summon up the blood, the game's afoot: Follow your spirit, and upon this charge Cry 'Up the County”
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Yesterday I heard from a reliable source that Jed Garner and CBR were told to leave the club as their behaviour was having an effect on team morale.
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
The usual predictable result ! It’s been plain all season we have nothing up front ! No goal scorer !! Instead of Crole , Jarvis and Jamieson they could have bought one end of career tried and tested EFL forward
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle... Link for the Wildings story in the Guardian
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Wildings in Newport, Wales: the grand department store that became an illicit cannabis farm This articles was in today’s Guardian
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
This is the strongest side we could put out so no excuses. Carpe diem !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
As the nerves begin to jangle ahead of today’s match the words of that immortal song come to mind …. “Run,lads ! Shoot, lads ! Give your heart and soul”
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Out of 18 away matches Bromley have won 9. Out of 18 County have won 3. So expectations are not high but after the euphoria of Saturday’s result I’m not bothered about tonight’s result.
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Nerves are twitching now ! A win is a must tonight. A draw would make things harder and prolong the agony. A loss would be disastrous. If we can’t beat teams like this there is not much hope for us !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Call me an old sceptic but is the sudden illness of CF a bit sudden ? If not I wish him a speedy recovery !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Ahead of the Trust meeting on Thursday should the Trust sell off some of its shares for investment?If so how many?I am in 2 minds.I want us fans to own as much of the club as possible and not become another Wrexham but I also see that with no assets we need investment. Anyone have opinions on this?
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Delaney will have a testing time against Dack . Seb on the bench though !
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
I bet no one had Spellman in their team for today ! I trust in CF’s judgment ( and pray ! )
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
HJ said they would look into toning down the match reports and this is the latest !!! “Blooded County were slashed by a quartet of flashing gladiator blades as they slumped to a 14th League Two defeat in England’s Roman mecca.”
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
HJ came over as a genuine person although either stupid or naive to think the same strategy of cheap or injured players would keep us up for a second season. What was not explained was how an investment of £100k would cost the current shareholders £800k.We can never get investment in this case
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Just wondering how tonight’s meeting is going to go. Knowing HJ I’m downbeat. We will see !
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1912 Exiles: Newport County podcast @1912exiles.com · 08/12/2025
Ed spoke to @therailwaymen.bsky.social ahead of Wednesday night's trip to Gresty Road to report on County's prospects. The Samaritans take more upbeat calls than this one. shows.acast.com/the-... #ncafc 🧡🖤 #CreweAlex 🚂
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Mid Season Review - With Graham McGarry | The Railwaymen
Listen to Mid Season Review - With Graham McGarry from The Railwaymen. Steve and Henry were joined by Graham McGarry to go over the season so far. We talked performances, players and goals, and looked ahead to how the season might play out. The women were in action at home to Fleetwood. Producer Dave spoke to Newport Pod - 1912 Exiles.Steve spoke to Tranmere pod - A Trip To The MoonWe end with new of the mural!Remember there is new Christmas merch for the podcast, click below to see the full range, including the new designs ready for the festive period! - If you would prefer names changing or a different colour shirt please reach out and we should be able to accommodate!https://the-railwaymen-podcast.teemill.com/You can also help the running of the podcast at https://buymeacoffee.com/therailwaymen
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
Amber warning for North London ! Kick off 2-30 BBC2 !! Up the County !!!
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Article in today’s Guardian. Is this fair to other Welsh clubs or Welsh sport in general ?
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
I was impressed by CF’s press conference. He came over as being confident, enthusiastic and sincere. I think I am more upbeat now about his motivation skills and look forward to a win on Saturday.
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Any thoughts on the new signing Odimayo ?
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
We really have got a young side now ! Having lost Morris, Wildig and McLoughlin this was the opportunity to bring in 2 experienced pros to see us through to the end of the season. Even if the new boys come good they go back in January. It’s blunted the little optimism I had
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Alan Cooper @alnp20.bsky.social · 23/08/2025
County match day Walking over Newport Bridge Anticipation Kick off time Expectation Half time Determination Full time Frustration (but possibly Celebration) Walking back over Newport Bridge Desperation (but possibly Jubilation)
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