Newport face 'cup game' against Fleetwood

Newport County will be looking to bounce back from a "disappointing" 2-0 loss to Cambridge United as they head to Fleetwood Town on Saturday (15:00 GMT).

Stuck in the League Two relegation zone, manager Christian Fuchs insists that "every game is a cup game" from here on out, demanding total commitment.

"It must be our first nature to fight for every inch, to go after every ball, get stuck in and run for your life," he said.

Fuchs had only been in charge for five games prior to the last meeting of the two sides and expects "a very different game" this time around, largely due to challenging pitch conditions at Highbury Stadium.

"I've seen some of their recent games at home and it doesn't look good," Fuchs said.

"The pitch isn't really there to play football, but nevertheless we need to show bravery.

"They'll be coming over the flanks, delivering balls into the box. It's going to be a tough game, but a challenge we're definitely up for."

Fleetwood, chasing a third straight victory, will pose a stern test, but County are boosted by the return of midfielder Matt Smith and forward Bobby Kamwa.

But they will be without Tom Davies who was forced off in the 18th minute against Cambridge, leaving Anthony Driscoll-Glennon likely to start.

Fellow defender Lee Jenkins also remains sidelined after what Fuchs described as a "freak injury" in training.

"It's frustrating for Lee because he wants to be out there," said Fuchs.

"We need a player like him especially in games like Fleetwood with his physical presence and his ability to win duels, but everyone else needs to step up."

One recent positive has been the return of "big voice" forward Courtney Baker-Richardson.

"It was good to have him back especially in Salford, which was something that suited him well, getting stuck in there, getting the first-ball, the header, the second-balls, just being a body in there that competes," added Fuchs.

"I'm very happy to have him on board."