Newport Prepares for Potential Penalties in FA Cup Match

Newport County’s squad has engaged in penalty practice sessions this week in anticipation of Saturday’s FA Cup first-round fixture against Peterborough United, which they will host. Head coach Nelson Jardim verified that the team has determined the designated penalty takers should the match proceed to a shootout. The outcome of the tie must be determined on Saturday, potentially requiring extra time and ultimately penalties. Jardim, confirming the week’s penalty practice, stated: “We don’t know who is going to be on the pitch but we will have a list ready. You have to be brave.“It is one thing to practice in training sessions but another thing in a match and in such an important competition.”Sometimes it has a little bit more to do with your emotion and how cold you can be in that moment, rather than sometimes being very good on the training ground.” Newport midfielder Bryn Morris had his penalty attempt saved during last Saturday’s goalless home draw in League Two against Fleetwood Town. Jardim humorously remarked: “We have practiced penalties. Bryn practiced one last week!” The Exiles’ head coach expressed confidence that Morris, despite being a fitness concern for the upcoming match, will overcome that recent setback when necessary. “He will improve again… he is good, it (missing) just happens. You have seen Cristiano Ronaldo missing penalties.”Jardim added: “Sometimes we don’t give credit to the goalkeepers, they work hard as well. Some of the saves are down to the keeper and in Bryn’s case it was a great save.”The ball just rolled on the line, just one of those football moments. It’s gone now, there are no issues at all, that is just part of the game.” Sandi Toksvig will be accompanied by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Take the microphone to perform songs by Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and other artists. Ben Fogle and Kate Humble are returning for the festive celebrations at Longleat Safari Park. Topics range from microplastics present in our air, soil, and waterways, to the volume of food waste generated during this period. Copyright 2024 BBC. The BBC does not assume responsibility for the content found on external websites. Information regarding its policy on external linking is available.