Cheltenham vs Newport Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Apr 2026

League Two Betting Preview: Cheltenham vs Newport

Cheltenham go head-to-head with Newport at The Completely-Suzuki Stadium, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 18 April.

It could be beneficial to back Cheltenham when they clash with Newport. There’s loads of value in the +120 that the home team get the job done and we’re therefore going to play the Full-Time Result market.

Cheltenham Town won their last league game 2-1, making it successive League Two victories. This was a home win at The Completely-Suzuki Stadium against Gillingham.

Newport County have lost back-to-back League Two matches on their travels. In their previous league game, it was a 2-1 home victory over Harrogate Town at Rodney Parade.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cheltenham have three consecutive victories against Newport. In the last clash, Cheltenham banked a 2-0 win when visiting Rodney Parade. The previous 7 H2H matches have included three wins for Cheltenham, two victories for Newport along with two draws.

League Two		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
18	Cheltenham	46	14	10	22	53	79	-26	53:79	52
20	Newport	46	12	7	27	48	77	-29	48:77	43

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Confirmed Lineups

Cheltenham confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Joe Day (GK), Jonathan Tomkinson, James Wilson, Robbie Cundy, George Nurse, Harry Ashfield, Luke Young, Isaac Hutchinson, Ryan Broom, Josh Davison, Jordan Thomas.

Newport confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jordan Wright (GK), Liam Shephard, Matthew Baker, Ryan Delaney, Lee Jenkins, Cameron Evans, Sven Sprangler, Ben Lloyd, Harrison Biggins, James Crole, Nathaniel Opoku.

Cheltenham vs Newport Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the key Cheltenham vs Newport betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, correct score selection and a bet builder tailored for the best value.

Match Prediction

We’re keeping things simple with our standout bet considering that Cheltenham are currently priced at +120. We think they can secure a victory in this League Two match and the hosts looks a value play.

The form guide is always considered and it’s great to also use the League Two team news as it filters through ahead of kick-off. In our quest for the best possible football predictions, the latest stats are scrutinised so that we have the best data.

Key Cheltenham vs Newport league stats:

• Cheltenham have won 2 consecutive games.
• Newport have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Newport have lost 13 of their last 20 games on the road.
• Newport have lost their last 2 games on the road.
• Cheltenham have won the last 3 games between these teams.

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 45.5% prospect of winning. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 50-55%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cheltenham 1 - 0 Newport

We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves Cheltenham winning 1-0. Odds of +525 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

Cheltenham vs Newport Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Cheltenham Town are regarded as having a 43% chance of winning this League Two clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are +130. Newport County are the +195 outsiders, with the draw being a different option which could yield dividends.

A win for Cheltenham would see a full payout on the Asian Handicap -0.25 option. You can get -106 that they overcome Newport going down this route and half stake refunded if it’s a draw.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. If you think both sides will find the net, then you can back the Yes option on the Both Teams to Score market at -132.

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Full-Time Result

1

+130

X

+220

2

+195

Half-Time Result

1

+188

X

+118

2

+250

Double Chance

1X

-313

12

-357

X2

-192

Draw No Bet

1

-156

2

+108

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-106

2 Hcp +0.25

-133

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-141

Over 2.5

-102

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-132

No

-108

Stats: League Two matches only
Cheltenham haven’t tasted defeat in five consecutive matches at The Completely-Suzuki Stadium. The Robins have four defeats, three wins and three draws in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 1.60.

Newport have finished with seven losses, two victories and one draw in the past 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.00 goals per match and conceding 1.80.

Cheltenham enjoyed a 3-2 winning scoreline when last meeting Newport at The Completely-Suzuki Stadium.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Cheltenham Home Stats		3-3-4	3.00	1.40	1.60	5	5	6	4
Newport Away Stats		2-1-7	2.80	1.00	1.80	7	3	6	4

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Cheltenham vs Newport Lineups & Team News

Know who’s in and who’s out for Cheltenham vs Newport before making your bets. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed League Two lineups along with the latest injury developments.

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