Harrogate v Walsall Match Report & Stats: 0-2 – Saddlers Dominate at Exercise Stadium
| Competition | League Two |
|---|---|
| Date | 21 December 2024 |
| Venue | Exercise Stadium, Harrogate |
| Final Score | Harrogate 0-2 Walsall |
Walsall secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Harrogate Town, with Nathan Lowe and Albert Adomah finding the net to keep the Saddlers’ promotion hopes on track.
The visitors, who sat at 8/11 on top UK betting sites, controlled the game with a high-intensity pressing game, leaving Harrogate unable to cope with their pace and organisation.
Harrogate v Walsall Match Report
The Saddlers began brightly, dominating possession and pushing Harrogate onto the back foot. Their pressure paid off in the 34th minute when Nathan Lowe finished expertly from a quick break.
Harrogate struggled to create opportunities, with their attack stifled by a disciplined Walsall defence. The second half saw more of the same, and in the 69th minute, Albert Adomah doubled the lead with a composed finish following an assist from Charlie Lakin.
Despite Harrogate's late attempts to find a way back, Walsall remained in control and managed the game effectively, securing a valuable away win. Walsall are now topping the League Two six points ahead of Port Vale.
Key Moments
- 34’ - Goal! Nathan Lowe breaks the deadlock with a well-taken finish. (Harrogate 0-1 Walsall)
- 38' - Harrogate striker Josh March was sent off after receiving two yellow cards in the space of three minutes
- 69’ - Goal! Albert Adomah doubles Walsall's advantage, slotting home after a clever pass from Charlie Lakin. (Harrogate 0-2 Walsall)
Stats at a Glance
| Stat | Harrogate | Walsall |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.17 | 2.41 |
| Ball Possession | 55% | 45% |
| Goal Attempts | 3 | 20 |
| Shots on Goal | 1 | 8 |
| Big Chances | 0 | 4 |
| Touches in Opposition Box | 4 | 38 |
| Pass Accuracy | 65% | 59% |
Lineups
Harrogate (4-2-3-1)
Starting XI: Belshaw (GK), Sims, Moon, O'Connor, Foulds, Sutton, Cornelius, Dooley, Daly, Asare, March.
Substitutes: Bray, Burrell, Duke-McKenna, Etherington, Folarin, Muldoon.
Walsall (3-5-2)
Starting XI: Simkin (GK), Okagbue, Williams, Allen (C), Barrett, Jellis, Stirk, Lakin, Gordon, Adomah, Lowe.
Substitutes: Oxley (GK), Cleary, Daniels, Earing, Johnson, McEntee, Weir.
Pre-Match Predictions: Evaluated
- Walsall to Win – ✅ Correct. Walsall delivered a composed and confident performance to claim three points.
- Harrogate to Struggle Against High Press – ✅ Correct. Harrogate failed to handle Walsall's pressing intensity, resulting in limited attacking output.
Walsall’s quality and organisation shone through, showcasing why they are contenders for promotion, while Harrogate’s ongoing attacking struggles were laid bare in a one-sided encounter.
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