Newport County is looking to secure their initial victory in eight matches when they face Colchester United this Saturday, notwithstanding their historically poor performance in that specific region of south-east England. The team’s last victory occurred on October 22 during their visit to Kent, where Kyle Hudlin and Matt Baker scored to secure a notable 2-0 win against Gillingham in League Two. Since then, they have recorded three losses, which include one match in the FA Cup and another in the EFL Trophy, alongside four draws. Supporters intending to accompany the Exiles to Essex this weekend may do so with more optimism than certainty, considering that Newport County has achieved only one win in eight previous encounters at Colchester in the modern era. This singular triumph took place in March 2021, with goals from Joss Labadie and Padraig Amond contributing to Mike Flynn’s Newport securing a 2-0 victory, thereby completing a double over The U’s. Every other visit by Newport to Colchester since the 2016-17 season has concluded in either a draw or a loss. This includes a 2-1 loss in March, which occurred during an eight-match losing streak that marked a poor conclusion to the 2023-24 campaign. Nevertheless, Newport finds encouragement in their recent match performances, particularly their recovery from a 2-0 deficit to secure a point against AFC Wimbledon on December 3. The County team has recorded draws in their last three League Two fixtures, each of which was played against teams currently positioned within the top nine of the league standings. Newport is set to resume play at Colchester following the postponement of their scheduled Saturday match against Carlisle United at Rodney Parade, which was called off due to worries regarding Storm Darragh. Post navigation Transfer Rumors: Leeds United Reportedly Interested in Liverpool Goalkeeper Kelleher Amad Diallo’s Impact Shines in Manchester Derby Described as “Poor Quality Game”