Harrogate clean sheet a bonus for Jardim - Roberts
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Iwan Roberts believes Newport County's clean sheet will be one of the most pleasing aspects of their victory over Harrogate Town for boss Nelson Jardim.
The Exiles shipped five goals as they were thumped by Accrington Stanley at the Wham Stadium four days earlier.
But they maintained their strong home record as goals from Cameron Evans, Courtney Baker-Richardson and James Clarke earned Newport a 3-0 triumph over Simon Weaver's side at Rodney Parade.
It was their 10th success at home in League Two this season, with only Bradford City, Walsall and Wimbledon managing more.
However, they have won just three times away in the league this season.
And former Wales forward Roberts has challenged Jardim's men to replicate their home form on the road.
"Their home record has been brilliant," Roberts told BBC Radio Cymru's Dros Frecwast programme.
"Nelson Jardim will be happy with the clean sheet as well after conceding five at Accrington Stanley.
"They've won five of their last seven at Rodney Parade, but the problem for Newport is the performances and results away from home.
"But it's a brilliant result for them on Saturday beating Harrogate 3-0."