Tanatswa Nyakuhwa's goal was his second of the season for Newport
Substitute Tanatswa Nyakuhwa's late winner saw Newport County beat Colchester United 1-0 to extend their unbeaten run to five games in League Two.
Beryly Lubala's effort from 25 yards our was gathered by Newport keeper Jordan Wright while Shaquille Gewngwe curled a shot wide of the post for the hosts in the first half.
County midfielder Matt Dibley-Dias fired wide early in the second half while at the other end Moses Sesay hit the outside of the post and substitute Bradley Ihionvien was denied by Wright.
Wales Under-21s international Nyakuhwa, on loan from Cardiff City, broke the deadlock with 11 minutes remaining when he slotted home Matty Jacob's cross from the left.
County are unbeaten at Rodney Parade this season and their second home win in a row sees them move up to 12th in the table.
Colchester remain 19th after their run of three successive draws came to an end.
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