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Walsall's Freddie Draper relishes EFL Trophy chance after previous success

Walsall forward Freddie Draper has revealed how the EFL Trophy played an instrumental role in his career.

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By George Bennett
Published Aug 22, 2023
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Freddie Draper drives towards goal for the Saddlers (Owen Russell)

The teenager scored his first goal for Lincoln City in a 2-0 win over Newcastle Under-21s last season.

He has made a positive start to life at Bescot – following up two assists with his maiden EFL goal in Saturday’s 2-2 draw at Crewe Alexandra.

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