SCOTT Goodwin grabbed his first goal for Hereford United in their 1-0 win at Telford United to provide some much-needed festive cheer for Phil Robinson's side.

The combative midfielder, who joined from relegated Nationwide Conference outfit Hednesford Town, is now aiming to notch up more strikes in the New Year.

"That's one part of my game that needs improving and the goal against Telford was the first in 14 games so I'll be looking to get so more in the New Year," he said.

"It was a tight angle to score from but it was even better to score in front of our fans who I think are the best away fans in the league."

Robinson admits he would like to see more goals from his midfield to help his strikers who have struggled in recent weeks to find the net.

"We can't rely on the centre forwards to score all the goals. Obviously they are not prolific at the moment so we need to get goals from other positions," he said.

"We've had a number of goals from set pieces but may be its time for the midfield to start scoring more. Scott played very well and capped off a good performance with a goal and he was delighted with it.

"He arrived at the far post as the ball was flashed over and put it in. He's been playing central midfield but has also played at left back and left of a four man midfield. He can play in a number of positions and is a very competitive hardworking player."

Goodwin has enjoyed his time at Edgar Street and says the club has lived up to his expectations.

"Everything has been going well and I've been made to feel welcome and despite Phil Robinson taking over from Graham Turner everything has stayed the same.

"It's a massive club and although the league table doesn't lie I feel we are better than our current position. I'm not looking too far ahead because we've got to take every game as it comes but I believe the games over the Christmas period are crucial."