Newport City appoint ex-County winger Willmott as manager

Robbie WillmottImage source, FAW
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Former Newport County winger Robbie Willmott has been appointed manager of Cymru South club Newport City.

Willmott. who had two spells at County, also played in two separate stints for Cambridge United as well as playing for Luton Town.

The 35-year-old joined Cymru Premier side Barry Town United in August 2024.

The ex-England C international announced his retirement from playing following Barry's defeat to Haverfordwest in the European play-offs.