Lee Grant hails powerful Walsall after Bristol City Carabao Cup upset | OneFootball

Walsall launched the Lee Grant era with a shock Carabao Cup first round win at Championship side Bristol City, the head coach hailing a powerful display.

As reported by ExpressAndStar.com, Aaron Pressley decided the tie two minutes after the restart, sweeping Reece Smith’s low cross into the top corner at Ashton Gate.

Bristol-born goalkeeper Jed Ward made a string of fine saves to keep the Robins out and crown a memorable night for the Saddlers.

Grant felt the performance reflected their pre-match plans and said the group set their stall out to carry them through. He acknowledged City, two leagues above, showed real quality, but praised Walsall’s organisation, defending and togetherness.

He abandoned the pre-season four-two-three-one for a three-four-three and the team clicked immediately, were efficient and fluid without the ball.

Grant put the performance down to consistent principles, saying they focus on roles and responsibilities rather than formations, and that the players bought into them on the night.

Source: ExpressAndStar.com

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