A dramatic late drop goal by Tomasi Tanumi sealed a sensational victory for Newport against National Division Three Midlands leaders Ampthill.

Newport’s troubled first half to their National Three Midlands Three season suffered a fresh low as they were thumped 79-13 at Luton.

Newport remain confident they have enough in their locker to avoid relegation – despite their grim start to the campaign.

Director of Rugby Ray Price has admitted concern is growing at Newport after they slipped further down the table in National Division Three Midlands, writes JAMES GARRISON.

Newport’s injury woes continued to pile up as they slipped to a 12-6 defeat at home to Luctonians in National Division Three Midlands.

Newport made light of a depleted squad to record an impressive 14-9 victory at Longton in National Division Three Midlands.

Struggling Newport have strengthened their back row department with the signing of New Zealander Omar Suleiman.

All eyes at Oswestry have turned to the RFU as they wait with anticipation to learn their promotion fate.