Shay Facey keen to work his way into Walsall plans
Shay Facey is determined to force his way into Darrell Clarke’s plans after starting his first game for the Saddlers on Tuesday night.
The former Manchester City right-back has found himself behind Cameron Norman in the pecking order in League Two so far this season, but impressed during the EFL Trophy clash with Coventry.
Though that ended in a penalty shootout defeat, Facey hopes he did enough to be selected again on Saturday.
“It was a long awaited start for me – getting on the field and I enjoyed every minute of it,” he said. “I’m looking to build on what was a steady, strong performance.
“There was a bit of pressure because the team has done well defensively.
“But there is pressure in every game, it’s about how you deal with that pressure.
“You just have to go about your business and do the best you can.”
But what has Clarke told him to do to become a regular?
“He wants all his players to be consistent in training and show the right attitude,” added Facey. “Whether you are in the squad or out the squad, you need all the players.
“If you’re not in the team you have to push the ones that are that is what I have been doing.
“I’ve deserved my chance and I feel I gave a good account of myself.”
