Walsall spirit firing up young striker Amadou Bakayoko

Amadou Bakayoko believes Walsall will have a strong second half of the season because of their team spirit.

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The Saddlers currently find themselves rooted in mid-table following a mixed campaign which sees them sat nine points outside the play-offs and 11 clear of the relegation zone.

But Jon Whitney's side put in their best performance of the season last weekend as they ruthlessly swept aside League One leaders Sheffield United.

And Bakayoko believes the togetherness in the group means that display is a sign of things to come.

"We are a group that really tries to encourage one another," said the 21-year-old striker.

"It's great to be a part of because the atmosphere in the camp is really good.

"That's important because the more everyone is together, the easier it is to click on the pitch.