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Harrison Burke "gaining confidence" after bright start to life at Walsall

Harrison Burke says he is "gaining confidence" at Walsall, but feels a healthy dose of nerves continues to help give him "on edge".

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By George Bennett
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Walsall defender Harrison Burke missed their 1-1 draw at Crawley on Saturday with a knee injury.

Burke has made a strong start to life at Walsall since joining from National League North side Chester in the summer. 

The centre-back, who turned 23 last week, has started each of the Saddlers' last six games in League Two and scored his first goal with the match-winner against Salford City on August 23.

"I'm gaining more confidence at Walsall" - Burke

Walsall defender Harrison Burke signed a three-year deal with an option year this summer.
Harrison Burke scored his first Walsall goal in 1-0 win over Salford City in August.

"Confidence is massive in football whether you're at the bottom or the top," Burke explained. 

"You have people that are in-form and that's because they're confident. I feel like I'm confident now I'm at Walsall but I still get those nerves. 

"They're the things that keep you going and keep you on edge to make sure that you perform because performances are key.