Newport County quickly fired manager Dave Hughes.
Hughes was fired by the League Two club following their 1-0 defeat to Shrewsbury on Saturday.
The 47-year-old was only assigned to Rodney Parade in May.
And he only lasted six months in charge, finishing with a record of four victories, four ties, and 14 defeats.
Hughes leaves the Welsh club in the bottom of the fourth tier and in danger of dropping out of professional football.
With their situation deteriorating, Newport decided to fire Hughes just an hour after their latest defeat.
Newport confirmed the news with just 55 words to say goodbye.
They stated, “Newport County AFC can confirm that, following a disappointing start to the season, the club has parted ways with Head Coach Dave Hughes and Assistant Manager Wayne Hatswell.”
“We thank both Dave and Wayne for their hard work and commitment during their time at the club and wish them the very best for the future.”
Hughes had just spoken with the club’s website on the latest defeat.
“We had two very early chances that we had to take,” the Welshman added.
“I don’t believe there was anything in the game. For me, the score should have been 0-0. The goal is avoidable.
Newport’s 2025/26 Season CompetitionEFL League Two: 16 points, 3 wins, 2 draws, and 11 losses.
The FA CupLeague Cup: 1–0–1–0 EFL Trophy: 2–0–1–13 1 0 2
Overall: 22 4 4 14.
“We probably challenge Jordan [Wright] by throwing it back to him, but we don’t land on seconds.
“We try to play when we should simply hook it clear.” It’s typical of this season to lose by the odd goal.”
Hughes went on to give gratitude to his players and supporters in his final interview.
He went on: “I can’t fault the lads’ effort and application. They have been a credit to themselves.
“Yes, we made mistakes; everyone makes mistakes, but I’m not going to question their dedication.
“The supporters have once again been outstanding. You sometimes see teams near the bottom where the atmosphere becomes hostile or violent, but the way they supported the players today, and the way they supported them constantly, has been a testament to the players and the club. We cannot thank them enough.
Wrexham-born Hughes began coaching in 2003, after playing for Aston Villa, Cardiff, and, bizarrely, Shrewsbury.
After working as an assistant and youth team coach for numerous clubs, he left Manchester United’s junior squad to return to management in the summer, but he barely lasted six months in his first professional coaching position.
Newport are possibly most known to a larger audience for their numerous cup wins over the years, including League Cup victories over Brighton, Swansea, and Watford, as well as FA Cup victories over Leeds, Middlesbrough, and Leicester.
All of these results came after their elevation to the Football League in 2013, however they remained in League Two for the whole 12-year period and flirted with relegation three times, finishing 22nd.
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