EFL Trophy: Bristol Rovers 2 Walsall 2 (2-4 on pens) - Report and pictures
Walsall goalkeeper Jack Rose proved a penalty hero as he saved two in a shoot-out to earn his side an extra point in the EFL Trophy against Bristol Rovers.
In normal time, Tom Mehew gave the hosts the lead with a fine low strike, before Zak Jules and Josh Gordon scored in either half to put Walsall ahead.
Jonah Ayunga then struck in the 71st minute to force the game to penalties and ensure both sides got a point in the competition.
But it was Walsall who went on to secure the bonus point after a 4-2 win on penalties.
Darrell Clarke made five changes to his side after Saturday’s clash with Sheffield Wednesday, starting in a 4-3-3 formation.
Rose, Hayden White, George Nurse, Emmanuel Osadebe and Jack Nolan all came into the side - with White and Osadebe making their Walsall debuts.
For 19-year-old winger Nolan, it was his first start for the Saddlers.
Ben Garner made six changes to his Rovers side, starting in a 5-3-2, after their 3-0 loss to Ipswich in the Carabao Cup at the weekend.
Former Walsall defender Luke Leahy was not involved for the Gas, despite starting Saturday’s loss.
