I seem to have watched a slightly different game to some people, but Walsall were so bad and toothless that it’s hard to judge performances.
Stockdale –6 Barely called into action, but took high balls convincingly
Sterling –7 Has grown into this league and rarely looks like being beaten
Willis –7 Dealt well with their minimal threat, distribution not great
Hyam –7 Barely noticed him, which in a defender is a good thing I guess
Mason –6 Energetic enough and positive, but wish his final ball was better
Thomas –6 Not quite sparkling the way he did a few months back
Kelly –7 I really rate him, and a good display today but I’ve seen better from him
Bayliss –6 Played well enough in his distinctive style, but not much real penetration
Enobokhare –8 His ability to carry the ball stands out (horrible miss though!)
Bakayoko –8 Liked the way he led the line today
Hiwula –6 I like him, but he still seems like a misfit to me when played wide