Michael Flynn: Walsall and former Newport boss ‘disgusted’ after abuse by Rodney Parade followers – NewsEverything | Wales

Walsall boss Mike Flynn was “disgusted” by the behaviour of some Newport County followers who verbally abused him and his spouse and threw stones at him.

However throughout his new aspect’s 1-0 win at Rodney Parade on Saturday, the 41-year-old and his spouse had been focused.

“I had the insults off the pitch, stones had been getting thrown by the supporters behind,” Flynn mentioned.

“I believe the perfect crew misplaced, if I am completely trustworthy. A little bit of a surreal feeling after as a result of I’ve by no means wished Newport ever to lose.

“However a number of the feedback from the followers behind me, calling my spouse all-sorts, had been completely disgusting so it in all probability makes it simpler to simply accept the win.”

Flynn performed for Newport in three spells earlier than taking the managerial reins and saving them from League Two relegation in 2016.

After that well-known escape in what was his first managerial job, Flynn then guided Newport to 2 play-off finals and profitable FA Cup runs that earned not simply plaudits however important funds for the membership’s coffers.

Present Newport boss James Rowberry had mentioned earlier than the League Two sport that “the followers, I’m positive, will give him (Flynn) a heat welcome” and Flynn did obtain a standing ovation from giant sections of Newport followers earlier than the sport.

However sadly there was a bit who selected to as a substitute abuse the previous supervisor and his household.

“They have quick recollections, what myself and Hatts (assistant Wayne Hatswell) and the gamers have finished right here was phenomenal,” Flynn added.

“I left on good phrases, I’ve nothing however respect for the soccer membership and it is solely a small few – like common. The remainder of the followers had been respectful, pretty ovation, however some individuals suppose it is okay that they will say what they need.

“It is upsetting actually, however it’s made the win sweeter if I am completely trustworthy, these feedback.

“You are all the time going to get one thing, however after they cross the road it is a disgrace.”