Newport County 1-1 Morecambe

Newport County's Mark O’Brien (left) challenges Andrew Fleming of Morecambe for the ball

League Two bottom side Newport County's hopes of avoiding relegation were dealt another blow as they were held to a draw at home to Morecambe.

The Exiles created several first-half chances and led at the break thanks to Aaron Williams' close-range strike.

Michael Rose scored from a free-kick to bring Morecambe level.

The point keeps the Shrimps 15th in the League Two table, while a sixth draw in eight games means Newport are still six points adrift of safety.