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George Bennett's Walsall ratings vs Exeter: 7s heaven on a dramatic night at Bescot

George Bennett rates the Walsall players after their penalty shoot-out victory over Exeter City.

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Former Villa, Middlesbrough and QPR man Albert Adomah now playing for Walsall.

Tommy Simkin - 7

Alert to a couple of dangerous balls in behind and distributed the ball well throughout. Made himself a hero in the shoot-out by denying Ilmari Niskanen with a strong right hand.

David Okagbue - 7

Made his first start since returning to the club permanently and looked relatively solid throughout. Also converted his penalty in the shoot-out.

Harry Williams - 7

Grew into the contest on his first competitive outing since Boxing Day and was an authoritative presence in the air.

Taylor Allen - 7

Handed the armband in Jamille Matt’s absence and produced an elegant display from the back.

Ryan Stirk - 7

Another composed performance in midfield and came within a whisker of finding the net just before half-time.