Newport 3-1 Gateshead
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Christian Jolley scored twice as Newport County returned to the top of the Blue Square Bet Premier table with a first win in three matches.
Jolley made the breakthrough moments before the break with a controlled side-footed shot from outside the box.
Michael Smith doubled the lead when a clearance off the Gateshead goal-line from a corner fell into his path.
Jolley's second two minutes later wrapped up the victory before Yemi Odubade clawed one back for Gateshead.
VIEW FROM THE DRESSING ROOM
Newport manager Justin Edinburgh told BBC Radio Wales: "I'm delighted with the result but more the performance really. We got back to basics of working hard and got our rewards for that.
"There's a lot been said off the pitch, but we do our talking on the pitch. I think we're top of the league aren't we? Say no more!
"It's brilliant to be on top of the league. We don't purposely go on a bad run, you stick together and remain positive and get behind your team.
"I just think people find it hard to embrace and enjoy this. We're top. I don't see enough smiles on people's faces around here. I just find it really, really amazing.
- Published20 June 2016
