Walsall v Notts County Match Report & Stats: 3-2 – Saddlers Edge Magpies in Five-Goal Thriller
| Competition | EFL League Two |
|---|---|
| Date | 3 December 2024 |
| Teams | Walsall v Notts County |
| Final Score | Walsall 3-2 Notts County |
Walsall v Notts County Match Report
Walsall and Notts County played out a dramatic encounter at the Bescot Stadium, with the Saddlers emerging victorious in a 3-2 win. Goals from Taylor Allen, George Hall, and Nathan Lowe secured the points for the hosts, while David McGoldrick and Jack Hinchy found the net for the Magpies in a spirited but ultimately fruitless comeback attempt.
Notts County dominated possession (76%) and created several chances, but Walsall’s clinical finishing made the difference. A red card-free and fast-paced game saw both teams attacking with intent, yet it was Walsall’s ability to capitalise on key moments that proved decisive.
The result extends Walsall’s unbeaten league run, while Notts County will feel frustrated at failing to convert dominance into points. According to the best UK betting sites, the Magpies sat at 17/20 to stay undefeated.
Key Moments
First Half
- A cagey opening saw both sides create half-chances but failed to break the deadlock.
Second Half
- 57' – Goal! Walsall 1-0 Notts County: Taylor Allen gave Walsall the lead.
- 64' – Goal! Walsall 2-0 Notts County: George Hall doubled the advantage, converting a low cross from Nathan Lowe.
- 74' – Goal! Walsall 2-1 Notts County: David McGoldrick halved the deficit from the penalty spot, keeping the visitors in contention.
- 86' – Goal! Walsall 3-1 Notts County: Nathan Lowe restored Walsall’s two-goal cushion with a composed finish after a brilliant assist from Albert Adomah.
- 90+4' – Goal! Walsall 3-2 Notts County: Jack Hinchy struck late to give the visitors hope, but time ran out for a dramatic equaliser.
Stats at a Glance
| Statistic | Walsall | Notts County |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.68 | 1.47 |
| Possession | 24% | 76% |
| Goal Attempts | 23 | 14 |
| Shots on Goal | 7 | 6 |
| Corner Kicks | 2 | 7 |
| Pass Accuracy | 68% | 89% |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 0 |
Lineups
Walsall (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Simkin
- Defenders: Okagbue, Williams, Allen
- Midfielders: Barrett, Hall, Stirk, Lakin, Gordon
- Forwards: Lowe, Matt
Substitutes Used: Adomah, Earing
Notts County (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Bass
- Defenders: Macari, Ness, Bedeau
- Midfielders: Tsaroulla, Palmer, Austin, Hinchy, Cisse
- Forwards: McGoldrick, Jatta
Substitutes Used: Scott, Horton
Pre-Match Tips Evaluation
- Double Chance: Notts County/Draw – ❌
Walsall’s victory invalidated the double chance prediction, as Notts County’s late push fell short.
Walsall’s win reinforces their credentials as League Two contenders, while Notts County will need to sharpen their finishing to convert possession into victories.
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