New signing Noah Mawene expressed his excitement after making his debut in Newport County’s victory over Morecambe.
The Exiles secured their third consecutive league win—a feat they hadn’t achieved since March 2022—thanks to an early goal from Aaron Wildig.
Mawene spoke about how quickly he’s settling into life at Newport County and how he’s adapting to the physical demands of League Two, highlighting the importance of the team’s first clean sheet of the season.
“It’s only been a few days, but I’m settling in well,” Mawene said. “The coaches and the rest of the squad have been fantastic, and I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far.”
He admitted that the physicality of League Two presented a new challenge, but one he was ready to face. “It was amazing to make my debut. I’ve never experienced anything like it before, battling so hard for the win.
The physical aspect of the game was intense, but I loved every moment of it. When the final whistle blew, I felt a great sense of pride because everyone gave their all, and we secured the win.”
Mawene also highlighted the significance of the team’s defensive performance. “Achieving our first clean sheet of the season is huge,” he added.
“The team was in excellent form before I joined, so it was brilliant to be part of today’s victory. We played well, especially in the first 20 minutes, but there’s always room for improvement. Now, it’s about building on this momentum.”
Looking ahead, Mawene expressed his enthusiasm for playing in front of the Newport fans for the first time and shared his aspirations for the season. “I can’t wait to meet the fans at Rodney Parade,” he said.
“I hope they liked what I brought to the team today. I had to put in a lot of effort, making tackles and blocks, but that’s exactly what I’m here for.”
“When I first saw Rodney Parade, I could tell it’s a special place. My goal is to help us win as many games as possible and make a real impact this season.”