Newport County manager Hayden Mullins is drawing on his experience as an FA Cup finalist with Portsmouth in 2010 to inspire his team ahead of their FA Cup campaign. Mullins, who played in the 2010 final, believes the memories of that run can motivate the League Two side.
The Welsh club are aiming to make an impact in the competition this season. Mullins, appointed head coach earlier this year, has highlighted the significance of the FA Cup for a club of Newport's stature.
The story was reported by Luke Hemmings for BBC Sport Wales on November 6, 2026.
