tewksburygull
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We were outmuscled and outfought. Walsall were straightforward with a strong central spine of Ince, who dominated his area and distributed well, Gerrard who was assured and tough, Bradley, who ran midfield with great positioning and support play and Ibhere whose hold up play was exemplary and posed a constant threat (but luckily couldn't finish). Their direct and athletic style meant that Cox and Carole saw little ball and when they did were too easily brushed aside. Neither of them were able to provide any defensive cover for the full backs- it was Carole's feebleness that led to Livermore's error for the first goal. At times it was like playing with 9 men. In the first half in particular only Whing seemed to have the strength or commitment to try to match Walsall's physicality. If we go down we are going to face that sort of formula most weeks and if we don't find a way of dealing with it then next season will be tough.
