Highlights from the Newport County Academy 2024–25 season showcasing progress along the EPPP development pathway for youth players.
Based in Wales, Newport County AFC Academy runs a category 3 academy .
Newport County Academy Players On Loan 2024/25
- Jac Norris (Midfielder) Briton Ferry Llansawel
- Nelson Sanca (Defender) Briton Ferry Llansawel
- Josh Seberry (Defender) Weston-super-Mare
- Kiban Rai (Forward) Merthyr Town
- Daniel Barton (Midfielder) Cardiff Met
Newport County Academy Products in 1st Team 2024/25
- Moses Alexander-Walker (Forward) #40
- Riley Lonergan (Midfielder) #41
County AFC Academy International Players 2024/25
- Harri Pugh (Midfielder) Wales U17
Newport County Academy Competitions For 2024/25
U18 Youth Alliance Cup
The EFL Youth Alliance Cup is a youth football tournament in England, organized by the English Football League (EFL). It features under-18 teams from League One and League Two clubs that compete in the EFL Youth Alliance, the league system for these academies.
The competition follows a format like the EFL Trophy, beginning with a regional group stage before progressing to a national knockout phase.
Designed to foster young talent at lower-tier EFL clubs, the tournament provides a structured competitive environment beyond regular league matches.
In the group stage, Newport County U18 are drawn in Group F against under-18 teams from Exeter City, Bristol Rovers, Plymouth Argyle and Portsmouth.
U18 Youth Alliance Cup Group Stage
- Won away against Bristol Rovers U18 (5 – 2)
- Won at home against Portsmouth U18 (1 – 0)
- Drew away against Plymouth Argyle U18 (1 – 1)
- Won at home against Exeter City U18 (5 – 1)
U18 Youth Alliance Cup Round of 16
- Lost away against Plymouth Argyle U18 (7 – 1)
Newport County AFC Academy News
They participate in the Nathaniel MG Cup as well as the FAW Youth Cup
18th October 2024
In the 1st round of the FA Youth Cup, Newport County U18s have been drawn away to Swindon Town.
29th October 2024
The FA Youth Cup journey came to an end for Newport County after a first-round loss 1 – 3 away at Swindon Town.
27th November 2024
Newport County will face Cambrian United at home in the third round of the FAW Youth Cup on Sunday, December 15.
19th December 2024
The under-18s will face Briton Ferry Llansawel away in the quarter-finals of the FAW Youth Cup, following their 3-1 victory over Cambrian United in the third round.
16th January 2025
Newport County will face Plymouth Argyle away in the Round of 16 of the Youth Alliance Cup.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 8 February.
3rd February 2025
A commanding 6–0 victory away against Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC propelled Newport County U18s into the FAW Youth Cup semi-finals.
8th February 2025
Newport County U18s’ journey in the Youth Alliance Cup comes to an end with a 7-1 away defeat against Plymouth Argyle.
4th May 2025
17-year-old Moses Alexander-Walker made is EFL League Two debut against Tranmere Rovers on Saturday.
16th May 2025
The following academy players have been offered professional contracts: Moses Alexander-Walker, Riley Lonergan, Sam Watkins, Corey Evans, and Morgan Evans.
The club is delighted to recognise their dedication and development by offering them the opportunity to take the next step in their football careers.
19th May 2025
Newport County Under-18 player Corey Evans highlights how crucial repetition is in football, emphasising that consistent practice helps players improve and refine their skills.
“Set pieces have always been something I’ve put extra work into outside of regular training,” Evans says. “From a young age, I practiced them relentlessly.”
Academy Released Players
- Daniel Barton
- Josh Seberry
- Kiban Rai