Stalemate between Fleetwood and Walsall

Posted Saturday, November 17, 2018 by PA

Fleetwood and Walsall played out a lacklustre Sky Bet League One 0-0 draw at Highbury.

The chances were there but both sides lacked a cutting edge in the final third and a draw was a fair reflection of a forgettable affair on the Fylde coast.

Walsall’s Josh Ginnelly and Russell Martin wasted chances as Fleetwood’s defence and goalkeeper Alex Cairns struggled in the air.

The Cod Army found conditions difficult as the early kick-off and unusual crisp Autumnal weather saw a low sun impact their vision.

Jason Holt had the best chance for Town, the on-loan Rangers man blasting the ball way over after Nathan Sheron had put the ball on a plate for him.

Ross Wallace acrobatically thundered the ball straight at Roberts at the start of the second half as Fleetwood tried to capitalise on the sun advantage early.

Ash Hunter was thwarted by Nicky Devlin’s block as his thunderous effort looked destined to finally break the deadlock.

Walsall substitute Morgan Ferrier nearly won it for the Saddlers, nodding Zeli Ismail’s cross from the right just wide of the right post.

Fleetwood nearly got the reward for their patient play late though but Paddy Madden blasted over Ched Evans’ cut back.