We did well against a solid side - coach
Paul Murray was happy with the workout as Latics' reserves drew 1-1 today against a strong Walsall team.Murray, who again coached the reserves, thought his side acquitted itself well against a Saddlers side containing a wealth of first-team players.
He said: "We did well against a solid side and it was a useful workout.
"After a poor start, we grew into the game and took the lead through Matt Smith.
"He also had two free headers in the second half and could easily have scored a hat trick."
Murray was disappointed with the goal Latics conceded.
Goalkeeper Liam Jacob handled the ball outside the area and Richard Taundry whipped in a free kick at the near post from a tight angle.
Murray said: "It was a poor goal to concede and Liam took a step the wrong way so couldn't get to the ball, but the good thing is that mistakes are made in the reserves and not first-team matches.
In fairness to Liam, he also made some good blocks."
Murray was pleased with the performance of Carl Winchester (pictured) at right back - he has played most of his reserve-team football in midfield.
Murray said: "It was a poor goal to concede and Liam took a step the wrong way so couldn't get to the ball, but the good thing is that mistakes are made in the reserves and not first-team matches.
In fairness to Liam, he also made some good blocks."
Murray was pleased with the performance of Carl Winchester (pictured) at right back - he has played most of his reserve-team football in midfield.