EFL Trophy: Birmingham v Walsall - Skipper backs Saddlers to compete on all fronts
Jamille Matt believes Walsall’s squad is capable of competing on all fronts as they travel to St Andrew’s to face Birmingham City in their EFL Trophy opener tonight.
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Walsall have made a positive start to the new season – collecting three wins from four in League Two and reaching the third round of the EFL Cup for the first time in nine years courtesy of wins over Exeter City and Huddersfield Town respectively.
Mat Sadler’s men have showcased their big game credentials in the EFL Cup this season and they will be looking to replicate that at St Andrew’s.
The Saddlers have not tasted victory in each of their previous two EFL Trophy campaigns but Matt is confident Walsall can make their mark in cup competitions this season.
“I definitely think so,” Matt said when asked if Walsall can compete on all fronts. “Sometimes you can have one player for a position and I’ve been in that position where you’re happy because you’re playing every week.
“But if I’m being honest, you need competition because when you know you’ve got someone there breathing down your neck. If you don’t play well, they’re there to take your spot.
