Wed Sep 18 05:52:00 UTC 2024: ## Newport County AFC Bounce Back with EFL Trophy Win Over West Ham

**Newport, Wales** – Newport County AFC secured a much-needed victory in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday, defeating West Ham United’s Under-21s 1-0 thanks to a late goal from Oliver Greaves. The win comes as a relief for the Exiles, who suffered consecutive league defeats in their previous outings.

Assistant head coach Dafydd Williams praised his team’s grit and resilience, highlighting the importance of a strong response after the recent setbacks. “We were bitterly disappointed with the last two league games,” Williams said. “It was all about bouncing back and showing the grit and resilience that you need to have when representing this club.”

Williams acknowledged that honest conversations were held between players and staff during the halftime break of their previous match, and the team showed a marked improvement in the second half.

Despite the victory, the Exiles remain focused on their upcoming League Two clash against Barrow on Saturday. “We said before the West Ham game that we need to use it as a stepping stone for Barrow,” Williams stated. “Winning means we go into this weekend in a more positive frame of mind, but Barrow will be a different challenge.”

The victory against West Ham also netted Newport County £10,000 in prize money and keeps them in contention for the knockout stages of the EFL Trophy. They now turn their attention to their upcoming league match, aiming to avoid a third consecutive loss.

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