Walsall player ratings: Pressley 9 and Smith 8 in 2-2 at Crewe | OneFootball

Aaron Pressley led Walsall’s player ratings with a nine after scoring twice in a 2-2 draw at Crewe, while Reece Smith earned an eight for his incisive wing play.

According to ExpressAndStar.com, Jed Ward clawed away an early McNeil header. Elicha Ahui had strong penalty claims turned down before Charlie Crew’s run and cross won the spot-kick that Pressley converted before the interval.

James Connolly handled the hostility on his old ground and was hugely influential at the back. Mason Hancock overlapped well on the left and supplied quality deliveries throughout.

After the break Pressley planted a brilliant header for his second, with Smith the provider. Ward was well positioned to deny White. Lewis Simper went close following a neat link with Pressley.

Andy Dallas worked tirelessly, supported Pressley and dropped in on defensive duty. Sven Sprangler kept Walsall organised and energetic in midfield. Smith looked dangerous on the break with pace and close control.

Harrison Burke replaced Declan Skura at 46 and produced crucial blocks in the second half. Tai Sodje and Isaac Moore came on at 66, Albert Adomah at 81. Unused substitutes were Wooster, Maher and Furlong.

Source: ExpressAndStar.com

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