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Bradley hope for big chance

Walsall midfielder Mark Bradley has admitted his frustration at being on the sidelines but hopes he has finally taken his big chance.

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The Wales under-21 international scored his first goal of the season in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Brighton after being recalled, with skipper Stephen Hughes absent for personal reasons.

It was only his 12th start of the campaign and his opportunity to impress manager Chris Hutchings.

Bradley said: "It's been frustrating during the last few games because I've been on the bench and it was all about kicking on Tuesday.

"I did well, I was told that was my chance and I thought I took it.

"Martin O'Connor said I did well and hopefully I can take it into Saturday and get my start."

The 21-year-old is available for the weekend's trip to Leyton Orient before joining the international squad for their Group Three under-21 Championship games against Luxembourg next week.

He won't be disappointed to leave the Saddlers' squad just as he seems to have found his stride.

He said: "I go away with Wales next week and play against Luxembourg, so hopefully I can come back fresh and raring to go.

"It's always nice to go away with Wales so hopefully I can go, put a couple of performances in, and come back and get in the team."

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