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Captain heaps pressure on rivals

Walsall captain Mark Hughes has heaped pressure on their rivals by claiming they have everything to lose when they face the Saddlers.


Hutchings still defends referees

Walsall manager Chris Hutchings has leapt to the defence of referees despite seeing his defence ravaged by suspension ahead of the trip to Exeter.


Taundry wary of crisis-hit Southend

Walsall midfielder Richard Taundry has warned crisis club Southend are as dangerous as ever and their plight will not stop the players looking to embarrass the Saddlers.


Walsall will not appeal Hughes’ red

Walsall will not appeal Mark Hughes’ red card after boss Chris Hutchings admitted they were unlikely to succeed – despite his anger at the decision.


Gilmartin’s belief in united squad

Walsall goalkeeper Rene Gilmartin has insisted the gutsy 1-0 win over Colchester proves the squad are united and striker Troy Deeney’s public blast has been forgotten.


Walsall 1 Colchester 0

Ten-man Walsall stunned promotion chasing Colchester after Darren Byfield’s last minute winner.


We owe the fans admits Vincent

Walsall defender Jamie Vincent has admitted even he would think twice about watching the under-par Saddlers and added they don’t deserve the support they get.


Mattis ready to return for Walsall

Walsall midfielder Dwayne Mattis has declared himself ready to return to the team after fearing he had suffered another broken leg.


No extra pleasure in old pals battle

Walsall manager Chris Hutchings won’t take any extra pleasure if the Saddlers derail Colchester’s promotion charge as he bids to outwit pal Aidy Boothroyd.


Deeney will escape Walsall rap

Walsall have confirmed striker Troy Deeney will escape disciplinary action after his outburst as manager Chris Hutchings moved to end the storm.

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