First game of the new year saw us travel to see Walsall in the 3rd round of the FA Cup to play Southampton. First time I had seen an away FA fixture ever.

They lost 4-0 but gave Southampton too much respect for the first 25 minutes and by then they were 1-0 down.

Walsall had some good chances but were frankly, outclassed by a Premier-contenders  Southampton who were very clinical and in Ryan Frazer, the winger, they were a bit tormented by a good player with a bright future.

Walsall were handicapped by a long injury list and also Freddie Draper has been called back by Lincoln City and this was obvious really as they had a number of key players missing in key positions, such as Stirk and Matt.

A long day out with my Brother-in-Law , Sister and her mate Cath (how can talk for England and possibly the UK) but well worth it.