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Episode 288: Man Utd are coming to Newport

Former Newport County captain Mark O'Brien joins Simon Davies and Iwan Roberts to look ahead to a huge FA Cup tie against Manchester United at Rodney Parade.

Former Newport County captain Mark O'Brien joins Simon Davies and Iwan Roberts to look ahead to a huge FA Cup tie against Manchester United at Rodney Parade. The Irishman also recalls his own giant-killing Cup exploits against Leicester City and Middlesbrough, and his last-minute goal that saved Newport from relegation to the Football League. He also reveals the difficulties he faced after being forced to retire aged 27 because of a heart issue, and how it's changed his outlook on life.

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