I don't think it matters whether Flynn has won a promotion or not, neither do I have a problem that he's never managed higher than league 2. Without doubt County have overachieved with Flynn in charge and have been desperately unlucky in two playoff finals. Newport have never lacked bottle for the big occasion and have always been well motivated. From the outside looking in the club has appeared to be closely knit and team spirit has been high. It's also my opinion that Flynn speaks well and has shown himself to be very knowledgeable about the game.

Managers have to start somewhere. Similarly old experienced heads lose their way. Some fans look at promotion winning managers, say Wilder and Hughton, yet how many would recommend Warnock and Mackay? There are plenty of top managers who have failed at clubs, yet done brilliantly elsewhere.