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Walsall correspondent Nick Mashiter reports from Griffin Park as the Saddlers bid to plough through to the FA Cup third round at Brentford.

Michael Kightly has emerged as a surprise contender for a place in Wolves’ starting line-up against Birmingham.

Albion keeper Dean Kiely is keen to extend his stay at The Hawthorns – as a coach and a player.

Villa’s Stewart Downing has vowed to repay the faith shown in him by boss Martin O’Neill – starting against Tottenham later today.

Cradley speedway legend Jan O Pedersen was guest of honour at Cradley Heath Liberal Club when news of the Heathens’ entry into next year’s National League was revealed.

Clayton Ince admits the battle for the Walsall goalkeeping jersey is back on now Rene Gilmartin has returned from injury.

Mick McCarthy has fired Wolves up for derby action by insisting points must take priority over performances for the rest of the season.

Jerome Thomas today urged team-mate James Morrison to keep on smiling as he continues his fight against a heel injury.

The Villa Supporters Trust’s statue of William McGregor will be unveiled ahead of today’s match with Tottenham at Villa Park.

You could describe the exterior of Oldbury’s new Ramada hotel as “functional”. Or, writes our mystery meal reviewer The Insider,  you could be honest, and say it’s a bit of a minger.