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Walsall debrief: Lead cut, plenty of chances and slow subs

Walsall had to settle for a point against bottom-place Carlisle United after drawing 1-1 at Brunton Park on Tuesday.

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Taylor Allen planted a pinpoint half-volley inside the near post to extend his season tally to seven goals inside the first seven minutes. 

Carlisle equalised in the 22nd-minute when Aaron Hayden towered above David Okagbue to head home Elliot Embleton's corner. 

Charlie Lakin hit the post and Colchester goalkeeper Gabe Breeze made a series of important saves to preserve a point for the hosts. 

Here, we reflect on the key talking points from the draw in Cumbria.

Lead at top cut 

Bradford City cruised to another win, beating Cheltenham Town 3-0 at Valley Parade, to move to within two points of Walsall at the League Two summit. 

Taylor Allen fires Walsall into a seventh-minute lead.
Taylor Allen fired Walsall into an early lead.

Walsall had plenty of chances to secure maximum points but Mat Sadler viewed it as a point gained in the wider promotion race.