In a season defined by grit and determination, Newport County goalkeeper Jordan Wright has credited head coach Christian Fuchs with instilling the unshakable belief that kept the Exiles in League Two.

When Fuchs—a former Austria international and Premier League winner with Leicester City in 2016—took over at Rodney Parade in November, Newport sat four points adrift of safety. The task ahead was daunting, but the experience of a man who had conquered English football's summit proved transformative.

"He's just brought that belief," Wright told BBC Radio Wales Sport. "He's done it at the highest level, won the highest thing you can win in English football. He just said, 'Lads, we're a good group, we've got good players—just believe in yourselves.' And we've believed in ourselves. Look what's happened. It's unbelievable."

That belief was put to the ultimate test on the final day of the 2025-26 season. Trailing 1-0 at Barrow after Charlie McCann's early strike, the Exiles faced a mountain when the hosts were awarded a second-half penalty. But Wright, having done his homework, guessed correctly to deny Josh Gordon from the spot.

"Any keeper would say they're just doing their job," Wright reflected. "I watched his penalties and knew what he would do with his run-up. I thought if I just lean, my legs are long enough to try and save it."

The save proved the turning point. Tom Davies and Bobby Kamwa struck late to secure a 2-1 comeback victory, completing a remarkable survival mission that seemed improbable just months earlier.

"We've shown in the past two or three months that we've been unbelievable," Wright added. "If we find that rhythm and put it in the back of the net more often, we'll win so many more games. The group of lads and staff we've got—it's an unreal group. You can tell just how much it means to everyone."

For a club that wears its fighting spirit on its sleeve, this survival story—powered by a champion's mindset—is one that will resonate with fans and players alike for seasons to come.