Walsall vs Tranmere - preview: Home comforts continue to generate early season optimism
The Bescot lost its 'fortress status' towards the end of last season, but it's once again becoming a tough place for opposition teams to go.
Walsall will be searching for a third league win on the spin on home soil when Tranmere Rovers visit the West Midlands on Saturday.
In total, Mat Sadler's men have collected three wins from four home games, after failing to win any of their last six of the regular campaign last term (excluding the play-offs).
Joint-best defensive record in League Two
One of the key strengths, which have made Walsall such a difficult team to beat, are the strong defensive foundations which have been laid early on.
The Saddlers boast the joint-best defensive record in the division - conceding just five - and have registered three shutouts in their last four.
Aden Flint has been a major factor behind this, although the defensive performance from the collective has made them hard to break down.
Goals remain at a premium for Walsall
