European Cup Winner's Cup
Newport County's only foray into Europe came courtesy of their one and only Welsh Cup triumph in 1980. County's side then included a young John Aldridge who was injured for the quarter-final tie with German side Carl Zeiss where they away leg was drawn 2-2 with Tommy Tynan scoring two goals. The second leg in front of 18,000 fans at Somerton Park was narrowly lost 0-1 although County dominated the game.
First Round
Crusaders W 4-0 D 0-0 (W 4-0)
Second Round
Haugar W 6-0 D 0-0 (W 6-0)
Quarter-Finals
Carl Zeiss Jena L 0-1 D 2-2 (L 2-3)