Walsall fans have taken to social media to share their thoughts on the Saddlers’ brave performance in their Carabao Cup third-round clash against Leicester City. The League Two side held their Premier League opponents to a 0-0 draw after 90 minutes, ultimately succumbing to a 4-2 defeat on penalties. Despite the loss, Walsall fans were full of pride and praise for their team’s display against the much-fancied Foxes.
Many supporters were quick to highlight the defensive resilience shown by Walsall, noting that Leicester, despite their Premier League pedigree, struggled to create clear-cut chances. Several fans pointed out that the Saddlers limited their opponents to just two shots on target, a feat that impressed many given the strength of the Leicester lineup, which included experienced players like Ricardo Pereira and Bobby De Cordova-Reid.
One fan tweeted, *”What a performance from the lads. To hold a team like Leicester for 90 minutes and take them to penalties is incredible. The boys gave everything, and we can be proud.”* Another added, *”We may have lost on penalties, but to push a Premier League team all the way shows how far we’ve come. The defence was outstanding.”*
Walsall goalkeeper Owen Evans also received special recognition from the fanbase for his crucial saves during the game, with many stating that he kept the team in the contest. While Leicester’s Danny Ward stole the headlines for saving three penalties in the shootout, Walsall fans were equally impressed by their own shot-stopper.
However, some supporters expressed disappointment that Walsall couldn’t find a bit more in attack to truly test Leicester. A few fans mentioned that while the defensive organization was excellent, the team struggled to create any major threats going forward. As one fan remarked, *”Defensively solid, but we lacked that cutting edge upfront. Still, to compete at that level is something to be proud of.”*
Overall, the mood among Walsall fans remained positive despite the result. Many believe that the team’s spirited performance against Leicester is a promising sign for the rest of the season. The Saddlers’ focus will now turn back to their League Two campaign, where they will hope to carry the confidence from this cup clash into their upcoming fixtures.
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