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Walsall Football Club are an English football club based in Walsall, West Midlands, currently playing in League One. Football club names are a part of the sports culture, reflecting century-old traditions. ... Year 1888 (MDCCCLXXXVIII) was a leap year starting on Sunday (click on link for calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a leap year starting on Friday of the 12-day slower Julian calendar). ... Bescot Stadium, situated in Walsall, England, is the home ground of Walsall Football Club. ... , Walsall is a large industrial town in the West Midlands of England. ... Rungnado May Day Stadium is the worlds largest football stadium. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Football League One (often referred to as League One for short or Coca-Cola Football League 1 for sponsorship reasons) is the second-highest division of The Football League and third-highest division overall in the English football league system. ... The 2007â€“08 season is the 128th season of competitive football in England. ... Image File history File links left arm of kit template File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... Image File history File links Kit_body_redhorizontal. ... rightarm of kit template File links The following pages link to this file: Arsenal F.C. Ajax Amsterdam AZ Alkmaar A.S. Roma Torino Calcio A.C. Milan ACF Fiorentina Bristol City F.C. Charlton Athletic F.C. Chievo Verona Chelsea F.C. England national football team Wikipedia:WikiProject Football... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... socks of kit template File links The following pages link to this file: Arsenal F.C. Ajax Amsterdam AZ Alkmaar A.S. Roma Torino Calcio A.C. Milan ACF Fiorentina Bristol City F.C. Charlton Athletic F.C. Chievo Verona Chelsea F.C. England national football team Wikipedia:WikiProject Football... Image File history File links left arm of kit template File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... body of kit template File links The following pages link to this file: Arsenal F.C. Ajax Amsterdam AZ Alkmaar A.S. Roma Torino Calcio A.C. Milan ACF Fiorentina Bristol City F.C. Charlton Athletic F.C. Chievo Verona Chelsea F.C. England national football team Wikipedia:WikiProject Football... rightarm of kit template File links The following pages link to this file: Arsenal F.C. Ajax Amsterdam AZ Alkmaar A.S. Roma Torino Calcio A.C. Milan ACF Fiorentina Bristol City F.C. Charlton Athletic F.C. Chievo Verona Chelsea F.C. England national football team Wikipedia:WikiProject Football... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... socks of kit template File links The following pages link to this file: Arsenal F.C. Ajax Amsterdam AZ Alkmaar A.S. Roma Torino Calcio A.C. Milan ACF Fiorentina Bristol City F.C. Charlton Athletic F.C. Chievo Verona Chelsea F.C. England national football team Wikipedia:WikiProject Football... For other uses, see England (disambiguation). ... Soccer redirects here. ... , Walsall is a large industrial town in the West Midlands of England. ... The West Midlands is an official Region of England, covering the western half of the Midlands. ... Football League One (often referred to as League One for short or Coca-Cola Football League 1 for sponsorship reasons) is the second-highest division of The Football League and third-highest division overall in the English football league system. ...

Walsall have a consistent and passionate hardcore support of about 6000 fans. Famous fans include pop mogul Pete Waterman, Central Tonight newsreader Bob Warman, Olympic medallist Nick Gillingham, and Walsall South MP Bruce George. Pete on the cover of his autobiography I Wish I Was Me Peter Alan Waterman, OBE (born in Coventry on January 15, 1947) is an English record producer, songwriter, radio and club DJ, television presenter, president of Coventry Bears rugby league club and a keen railway enthusiast. ... Bob Warman is a British television presenter who worked for Yorkshire Television in the 1970s, but has spent his subsequent career at ATV and Central Television, mostly presenting regional news programmes. ... Nicholas (Nick) Gillingham (born January 22, 1967 in Walsall) is a former swimmer from Great Britain, who participated in three Summer Olympics, starting in 1988. ... Walsall South is a constituency represented in the House of Commons of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. ... A Member of Parliament, or MP, is a representative elected by the voters to a parliament. ... The Right Honourable Bruce Thomas George (born June 1, 1942, Wales) is the English member of Parliament for Walsall South. ...

Walsall moved into their Bescot Stadium in 1990, having previously played at nearby Fellows Park. Their opening game was a friendly fixture against rivals Aston Villa. The Villa winning 4–0. The ground is now known as Banks's Stadium for sponsorship purposes.^[1] Bescot Stadium, situated in Walsall, England, is the home ground of Walsall Football Club. ... This article is about the year. ... Fellows Park was a former football stadium in Walsall, England. ... Aston Villa redirects here. ...

History

Walsall were formed in 1888 when Walsall Town F.C. and Walsall Swifts F.C. amalgamated. They were first admitted to the Football League in 1892, as founder members of the new Second Division. The Football League is a league competition featuring professional football clubs from England and Wales. ... From 1892 until 1992, the Football League Second Division was the second highest division overall in English football. ...

Walsall's finest hour came in January 1933 when they beat the great Arsenal side of that era in the FA Cup. In more recent years the club came within minutes of reaching Wembley Stadium, losing 4–2 on aggregate to the mighty Liverpool in 1984. This run involved another famous victory over Arsenal, this time at Highbury, and culminated with a spirited 2–2 draw at Anfield, before they lost 2–0 in the second leg. The following are the football (soccer) events of the year 1933 throughout the world. ... Arsenal Football Club (also known as Arsenal, The Arsenal or The Gunners) are an English professional football club based in Holloway, north London. ... Liverpool Football Club are an English professional football club based in Liverpool, Merseyside, who play in the Premier League; they are historically the most successful club in the history of English football, having won more trophies than any other English club. ... Arsenal Stadium was a football stadium in North London, the home ground of Arsenal Football Club between 6 September 1913 and 7 May 2006. ...

The true Golden Age of the Club lies in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Under the management of Bill Moore, the club rocketed from the lower reaches of the bottom of the league ladder to the mid-table of the Second Division in the space of three seasons. Club legends such as Bill 'Chopper' Guttridge, Tony Richards and Colin Taylor were intrinsically important to the success of the side.

The club has always had a rich history of producing players who go on to play at the top level. Allan Clarke went on to win the League Championship under Don Revie at Leeds United after beginning life at Fellows Park. Bert Williams and Phil Parkes both became England Goalkeepers in the years after they progressed from their roots in Walsall. David Kelly had a long career at the top level after leaving Walsall in 1988, representing the Republic of Ireland at the very highest level of international football. More recently, Michael Ricketts represented England after blossoming at Bolton Wanderers. In recent years, Matty Fryatt and Ishmel Demontagnac have both represented England age-groups. Allan John Clarke (born July 31, 1946 in Short Heath, Willenhall, West Midlands) was one of English footballs greatest goalscorers who shot to fame in the much-admired and feared Leeds United team of the 1970s. ... The English football champions are the winners of the highest league in English football, which is currently the Premier League. ... Leeds United F.C. is the only professional association football club in Leeds. ... Bert Williams (November 12, 1875 â€“ March 4, 1922) was the pre-eminent Black entertainer of his era and one of the most popular comedians for all audiences of his time. ... David Kelly (born November 25, 1965) is a retired footballer. ... Michael Ricketts (born December 4, 1978 in Birmingham, England) is an English football player. ... Matthew Matty Charles Fryatt (born March 5, 1986 in Nuneaton, Warwickshire) is an English footballer currently playing for Leicester City. ...

In the 1980s were a period of considerable activity for Walsall FC. In addition to cup runs in the League Cup and the FA Cup, they were bought by millionaire entrepreneur and race-horse owner Terry Ramsden in 1986. With his money came high profile signings and the attention of the national media. Walsall earned promotion through the old Division Three play-offs in 1988, but the sale of the inspirational David Kelly was followed by a disastrous two years where two managers came and went and Ramsden's business empire collapsed. The Football League Cup, commonly known as the League Cup, is an English football competition. ... This article is about the English FA Cup. ... From the 1992-93 to the 2003-04 season, the Football League Third Division was the third-highest division of The Football League and the fourth-highest division in the overall English football league system. ... Year 1988 (MCMLXXXVIII) was a leap year starting on Friday (link displays 1988 Gregorian calendar). ...

After being saved from extinction by local businessman Barrie Blower in 1989, the club moved to the Bescot Stadium in 1990. At the time it was a state-of-the-art arena, and was only the second new Football League ground since the 1950s. A Morrison's supermarket was built on the site of the old Fellows Park ground. Bescot Stadium, situated in Walsall, England, is the home ground of Walsall Football Club. ... To meet Wikipedias quality standards, this article or section may require cleanup. ... Fellows Park was a former football stadium in Walsall, England. ...

The arrival at Bescot Stadium saw some stability brought back to the club after two successive relegations. Ex-Wolves star Kenny Hibbitt managed the club for four years, setting the groundwork for a golden era for the club that would follow soon after his dismissal in September 1994.

New manager Chris Nicholl led the club to promotion in his first season, building the nucleus of a strong and under-rated team. Two seasons of stability followed, before Nicholl left, citing family reasons and the fact that he felt the club had progressed as far as he could take it on the limited funds available to a lower-league football club.

Ex-Ajax and Danish International Jan Sorensen took the helm after Nicholl's resignation in the summer of 1997. Whilst 'The Saddlers' finished a dismal 19th in Division Two that season, the club reached the 4th Round of the Coca-Cola League Cup (beating Nottingham Forest and Sheffield United along the way), as well as rampaging through the early rounds of the FA Cup. Lincoln United were dispatched in the first round, whilst league newcomers Macclesfield Town (who until then had been unbeaten at home in all competitions) were destroyed 7–0. Peterborough United, who themselves have a rich cup pedigree, were beaten on a bitterly cold Tuesday evening to set up an interesting tie away at Premiership Champions, Manchester United. Walsall lost 5–1. Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax (Euronext: AJAX) also referred to as Ajax Amsterdam, AFC Ajax, or simply Ajax (pronounced /ËˆÊŒÉªjaks/), is a professional football club from Amsterdam, Netherlands. ... Jan Sorensen (born Jan Hansen in 1960?) is a Danish professional poker player from Odense. ... Lincoln United F.C. is an English football team which plays in the Northern Premier League. ... Macclesfield Town Football Club are an English football team. ... Peterborough United Football Club are an English football team currently playing in League Two for the 2007-08 season. ... MUFC redirects here. ...

Sorensen's tenure was marked by the signing of two of the finest players ever to pull on a Walsall shirt. Ivory Coast born striker Roger Boli started the season in superb form, becoming a marked man for much of the season which dampened his predatory instincts. However, Boli's fellow Frenchman, Jean Francois 'Jeff' Peron was a shining light in an otherwise poor league. Despite being 32 when arriving in England, Bescot was home to scouts from the Premiership and Division One as Peron's reputation grew. Though he only scored one goal in his solitary season for The Saddlers, he is best remembered for his mesmerising ability with the ball at his feet and the exceptional performance which tore Macclesfield Town to pieces in the aforementioned FA Cup tie.

1998-99 began with another new manager and 10 new signings. Ex-Aston Villa winger Ray Graydon arrived and transformed the club from a popular, yet poorly organised, club into a disciplined and effective force in Division Two. Walsall were inspired by former Oldham Athletic and Everton left-back Neil Pointon, the talismanic striker Andy Rammell, new signing Darren Wrack, and the ever-dependable Jimmy Walker in between the sticks - achieving the massive feat of finishing as runner-up to big-spending Fulham in the final table. The achievement was made even more remarkable as The Saddlers finished above big-spending Manchester City, Wigan Athletic and Staffordshire rivals Stoke City. Aston Villa redirects here. ... Ray Graydon is an English Football manager and retired football player, born in Bristol on 21st July, 1947. ... Oldham Athletic Association Football Club are an English football team currently playing in Football League One. ... Neil Pointon, born November 28, 1963 in Church Warsop, Nottinghamshire, England, is a former professional football (soccer) player. ... Manchester City Football Club is an English professional football club based in the city of Manchester. ... Wigan Athletic Football Club is a professional football team based in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England. ... Staffordshire (abbreviated Staffs) is a landlocked county in the West Midlands region of England. ... Stoke City Football Club is a football club based in Stoke-on-Trent, England. ...

Promotion was followed by a heartbreaking last-day relegation from Division One. During the season Walsall had clung on to their First Division status, defeating local rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers, Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion along the way. Relegation at Ipswich Town on the final day was a bitter-blow to a group of players who played beyond their ability and to their absolute limits all season. Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club are an English professional football club based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. ... Birmingham City Football Club are an English professional football club based in the city of Birmingham. ... West Bromwich Albion Football Club (also known as West Brom, The Baggies, Albion, The Albion, The Throstles or W.B.A.) are an English professional football club based in West Bromwich, West Midlands. ... Ipswich Town Football Club (also known as Ipswich, The Blues, Town or The Tractor Boys) are an English professional football club based in Ipswich, Suffolk. ...

However, The Saddlers returned to the second-tier of English Football at the first attempt, defeating Reading 3–2, after extra time, in a thrilling Play-off final at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium. After a promising start to the season, the form began to slip away over the winter period. However, the signings of Fitzroy Simpson and Don Goodman added much needed steel to the side and spured them on to reach the promised land of Division One once again. The Millennium Stadium (Welsh: Stadiwm y Mileniwm), is the national stadium of Wales, located in the capital Cardiff, and is used primarily for rugby union and football home internationals. ... Fitzroy Simpson (born February 26, 1970) is an English-Jamaican footballer playing midfield. ... Donald Goodman (b. ...

Despite all the success he had delivered, it soon became clear that Ray Graydon had reached the end of the road at the club. In a controversial decision that brought with it the wrath of fans and the national media, owner Jeff Bonser dismissed Graydon after an abject performance against local rivals, West Bromwich Albion. His replacement, ex-Wolves manager Colin Lee polarised supporters, but ultimately proved to be a success. The style of football improved, and Lee's signings improved the team dramatically. Relegation was avoided thanks to vital away wins against Nottingham Forest and Sheffield United, and the new spirit in the squad was typified by a vital last-gasp equaliser away at fellow strugglers Grimsby Town (who also beat the drop). Ray Graydon is an English Football manager and retired football player, born in Bristol on 21st July, 1947. ... Colin Lee (born 1956) is an English football manager and former footballer. ... This article is about Grimsby town football club. ...

The next two seasons were a mixed bag. Lee improved the club immeasurably off the field, allowing it to fulfill part of the huge potential it has. On the pitch some rather dull performances were dotted in between some inspiring football. Again, relegation was avoided in the 2002–03 season because of the signing of key players, such as ex-Tottenham midfielder Vinny Samways who returned from a six-year spell in Spain to join the cause.-1... Vinny Samways (born 27 October 1968 in Bethnal Green, London) is an English ex-professional football player. ...

Samways slotted into a side which many believe was the most talented Walsall team since the clubs golden era under Bill Moore in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

2003–04 proved to be one of the most remarkable seasons in the club's history. Up until the New Year Walsall were flying. West Bromwich Albion and Nottingham Forest were both destroyed 4–1, as new-signing, the ex-England and Arsenal star, Paul Merson seemed to be repeating some of the magic that had led Portsmouth to promotion the previous season. Following a Boxing Day victory at Cardiff City, the club sat just four points off a place in the play-offs. It wasn't to last though. Nottingham Forest Football Club are an English professional football club based at The City Ground in West Bridgford a suburb of Nottingham, England. ... Paul Charles Merson (born Harlesden, 20 March 1968) is a retired English football player, and former player-manager of Walsall. ... Portsmouth Football Club is an English football club based in the south coast island city of Portsmouth. ... Current season Cardiff City Football Club (Welsh: Clwb PÃªl-droed Dinas Caerdydd) is a football team based in Cardiff. ...

2004 saw a spectacular slump in form. The New Year began with a disappointing FA Cup Third Round defeat away at Millwall, which saw Jimmy Walker dismissed for throwing a punch at Dennis Wise. Walker's replacement Andy Petterson slotted in for a home debut against fellow-strugglers Coventry City. The Saddlers capitulated, losing 6–1. The following weeks saw costly defeats, and it took until March 13 for the club to win their first league game of 2004. The cause was not helped by a recurrence in Paul Merson's well publicised addiction to alcohol and gambling, and though he travelled to a clinic in the United States with the best will of the club and its fans, it is indubitable that his absence took away the talismanic influence of one of the most influential players in recent footballing history. Millwall Football Club are an English professional football team based at the New Den Stadium in Bermondsey, South East London. ... Dennis Frank Wise (born December 16, 1966 in Kensington) is an English football manager and former footballer, currently manager of Leeds United. ... Andrew Petterson (born September 29, 1969 in Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia) is an Australian footballer. ... Coventry City Football Club, otherwise known as the Sky Blues owing to the traditional colour of their strip, is an association football club based in Coventry, England. ... is the 72nd day of the year (73rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ...

Colin Lee was sacked after a shambolic display at Gillingham - though the reason given for his dismissal was his decision to speak to Plymouth Argyle about their vacant manger's position. Lee had been disillusioned by club owner Jeff Bonser, who had blocked the funds needed for the signing of players who proceeded to be a success at other clubs in the League. For the team based in Dorset, see Gillingham Town F.C. Gillingham Football Club is an English professional football club based in the town of Gillingham, Kent, currently playing in the Football League One. ... For details of the current season, see Plymouth Argyle F.C. season 2007-08 Plymouth Argyle Football Club (commonly known as the Pilgrims, the Greens, the Green Army or simply Argyle) are an English football team, playing in the Football League Championship. ...

Lee was replaced on a temporary basis by Merson, who was assisted by Simon Osborn. Despite the rallying cries of the ex-England international Merson, and the backing of the town, Walsall won only one more game that season, and were relegated, agonisingly by a single goal. On the final day of the season, Rotherham United were visitors at the Bescot Stadium. If Walsall won and Stoke City beat Gillingham in their home tie, Walsall would have stayed up. The Saddlers beat Rotherham United 3–2, and many fans invaded the pitch upon the final whistle, believing that they had stayed up, but as news of a 0–0 draw at Stoke City filtered into the ground, the worst was confirmed. Walsall's relegation left many Saddlers' fans asking themselves just what had gone wrong. Simon Osborn (born 19 January 1972 in Croydon, England) is a professional footballer with Bromley. ... Rotherham United F.C. is an English football club from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, that plays in Football Leagues fourth tier, League Two. ... Stoke City F.C. (known as Stoke F.C. until 1925) is a football club from Stoke-on-Trent in England. ... For the team based in Dorset, see Gillingham Town F.C. Gillingham Football Club is an English professional football club based in the town of Gillingham, Kent, currently playing in the Football League One. ... Rotherham United F.C. is an English football club from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, that plays in Football Leagues fourth tier, League Two. ... Stoke City F.C. (known as Stoke F.C. until 1925) is a football club from Stoke-on-Trent in England. ...

Merson was immediately appointed as full-time manager of the club in May 2004. Almost as soon as he arrived, rumours started to circulate that he would soon be sacked, polarising Walsall fans who were either behind him or against him. However, despite the question mark which hung over his tactical astuteness, he brought on and developed a number of young players who look set to have a big future in the game. Among those introduced to regular first team football by Merson, the brightest light is Matty Fryatt, who was the Top Scorer at the 2005 European Under-19 Championship where he represented England. His strike rate at Walsall was better than the majority of Strikers in both the Championship and League One. Paul Merson vowed not to stand in his way should a 'big club' come in for him, and it came as no surprise when in January 2006 Fryatt left the club, signing for Leicester City in a deal worth £350,000. Matthew Matty Charles Fryatt (born March 5, 1986 in Nuneaton, Warwickshire) is an English footballer currently playing for Leicester City. ... Leicester City Football Club, (also known as The Foxes) is an English professional football club based in the city of Leicester. ...

Merson's reign as Walsall manager came to an end on the 6 February 2006, sacked by Chief Executive Roy Whalley after refusing to resign. Two days earlier Walsall had lost 5-0 for the third time in Merson's reign, providing an interesting symmetry to his spell in charge - his first game was a 5-0 defeat away at Norwich City, whilst his final game resulted in a 5 goal reverse at Brentford. is the 37th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Norwich City Football Club (also known as The Canaries) is an English professional football club based in Norwich, Norfolk. ... Brentford Football Club are an English football club based in Brentford in the London Borough of Hounslow. ...

Long-serving Youth Team manager Mick Halsall was put in Caretaker control of the Football Club, but ruled himself out of any long term ambitions for the job. Former Walsall player David Kelly was the bookies' favourite for the job, but ex-manager Chris Nicholl put his name into the running hours after news broke of Merson's dismissal. David Kelly (born November 25, 1965) is a retired footballer. ... Chris Nicholl (born 1946) was a Southampton player during the 1970s. ...

On Friday, 17 February, whilst speaking to a local news broadcast, Jeff Bonser seemed to suggest that he would be keen to see Merson return to Bescot Stadium as a player, stating "a fit Paul Merson is an asset to any side". However, Merson would seem to be keener on following personal business interests at this time, taking a break from football until the summer. The practicalities of a former manager returning of a player have been tested before, most notably when Andy Hessenthaler resigned as manager of Gillingham in 2004, but remained as a player. However, Merson holds a much higher profile in football than Hessenthaler, and some speculated that it would have undermined caretaker manager Mick Halsall, and any future manager that would be appointed. is the 48th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Andrew Hessenthaler, usually known as Andy, is an English footballer currently playing for Barnet in Football League Two. ...

Despite all the spectulation, there was general shock when, on 22 February 2006, former Birmingham City captain Kevan Broadhurst was appointed as Paul Merson's replacement. Broadhurst had been occasionally linked to the job during the vacancy, but was not considered by bookmakers nor fans to have a serious chance for the job. Broadhurst had a brief loan spell at Fellows Park in Walsall's 1979–80 promotion season. His initial contract was until May 2006 - with the brief to secure Walsall's League One position. Mick Halsall, a former team mate of Broadhurst's, remained with the first team with a view to assisting Broadhurst until the end of the season, when he would return to his original post as Head of Youth. is the 53rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Kevan Broadhurst (born 3 June 1959 in Dewsbury) is an English former professional footballer, coach and football manager. ...

Walsall were relegated on 22 April 2006 after losing 3–1 to Huddersfield Town. Rotherham United's 1–1 draw with Scunthorpe United saw an unassailable gap of seven points formed. Broadhurst was sacked the next day. Player coach Mark Kinsella was put in charge for the final two matches of the season, with Halsall reverting to duties with the reserve and youth teams. On May 3, the team appointed their fifth manager of the season in former Scunthorpe manager Richard Money. is the 112th day of the year (113th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Huddersfield Town Association Football Club are an English football club based in the town of Huddersfield in the county of Yorkshire. ... Rotherham United F.C. is an English football club from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, that plays in Football Leagues fourth tier, League Two. ... Scunthorpe United F.C. are an English football team based in the city of Scunthorpe, England and currently playing in Football League Two. ... Mark Kinsella (born 12 August 1972) is an Irish professional football player and coach. ... is the 123rd day of the year (124th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Scunthorpe United F.C. are an English football team based in the town of Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England. ... Richard Money is the current manager of the Australian football club the Newcastle United Jets in the newly formed A-League. ...

The Start of Richard Money's reign started with a bang and a fresh start to Walsall’s fight back to the Coca-Cola Championship. The signing of Martin Butler and Michael Dobson along with other signings gave the club potency to get promoted out of League Two. After seven games at home and winning all of them without conceding is a record for Walsall fans to be proud of. Walsall were promoted into League One on 14 April after beating Notts County 2–1 away from home. On the final day of the season, Walsall drew with Swindon Town, and with Hartlepool United losing their match, Walsall were awarded the League Two title. Martin Butler (born 15 September 1974 in Dudley, England) is an English professional football striker with Walsall. ... Michael Dobson (born 9 April 1981) is a professional footballer currently playing for Brentford in Football League One in England. ... Swindon Town F.C. are an English football team. ... Hartlepool United F.C. is an English football team currently playing in Football League One. ...

On Tuesday 24 April 2007 Walsall announced a 'New Change' with Major alterations, A new Kit Sponsor revealing that Banks's would no longer be Walsall Football Clubs official Sponsor for the 2007–08 season, and that Easy Fit conservatories would be the new kit sponsor, a new kit manufacturer which is to be Mann Brothers previously Nike, New Away Kit Colours which are blue/yellow and the biggest change, the club Badge which has been reformed back to the original Round design and Club Swift which has been designed to look more modern. This marks a new change and an exciting time for Walsall Football Club as they get ready for League One Football next season. is the 114th day of the year (115th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... Bankss is a brewery situated in the City of Wolverhampton. ... Nike, Inc. ... Football League One (often referred to as League One for short or Coca-Cola Football League 1 for sponsorship reasons) is the second-highest division of The Football League and third-highest division overall in the English football league system. ...

On 22 April 2008, Richard Money resigned as Walsall manager after the club's playoff hopes (and chance of a second successive promotion) were ended. The club finished 12th in the final table, but a permanent successor to Money has yet to be found. Caretaker manager Jimmy Mullen has expressed interest in the post, though. [1] is the 112th day of the year (113th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2008 (MMVIII) is the current year, a leap year that started on Tuesday of the Anno Domini (or common era), in accordance to the Gregorian calendar. ... Richard Money is the current manager of the Australian football club the Newcastle United Jets in the newly formed A-League. ... Jimmy Mullen may refer to: Jimmy Mullen (footballer), a footballer who played for Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. and the England national football team Jimmy Mullen (football manager), a former manager of Blackpool F.C. and Burnley F.C. Category: ...

A new era?

During the close season of 2007, the club was hit by the loss of influential players such as Dean Keates who decided to remain in League Two with Peterborough United, this was seen as quite a blow to the club's survival hopes for the new season. Walsall's first game was a 1–1 draw at home to Carlisle United, which was viewed as a satisfactory start to life back in League One, however a run of five straight defeats followed, including early exits from both the Carling Cup and the Johnstone's Paint Trophy. The Saddlers' first victory finally came on 15 September, winning 2–1 away to fellow strugglers Millwall, an encouraging result. A 0–3 home defeat by Oldham was followed by three successive victories - away to Hartlepool and Doncaster Rovers and a 4–0 hiding of Huddersfield Town, Walsall's first home win of the season. A home defeat to Southend United preceded one of the greatest unbeaten runs in the club's history; 17 league matches without defeat transformed the Black Country side and pushed them up the league, from relegation battlers to genuine promotion candidates and current play-off chasers. The club also made it to the 3rd round of the FA Cup, going out to Millwall in a replay at The New Den. The Saddlers' long and magnificent run finally came to an end away at fellow promotion pushers Carlisle on 2 February. Dean Keates (born Walsall, June 30, 1978) is a midfielder currently playing for Walsall FC. Beginning his career with his hometown club, Keates was a key member of the Saddlers midfield in their rise to Division One in 1999. ... Peterborough United Football Club are an English football team currently playing in League Two for the 2007-08 season. ... Carlisle United F.C. are an English football team based in Carlisle, Cumbria, play in the Football League One this season, after gaining promotion from the Football League Two at the end of the 2005-06 season. ... The Football League Cup, commonly known as the League Cup, is an English football competition. ... The Football League Trophy is the generic name of an English football competition for clubs in the two lower divisions of the Football League and, in some seasons, the leading sides in the Conference National. ... Millwall Football Club are an English professional football team based at the New Den Stadium in Bermondsey, South East London. ... Oldham Athletic Association Football Club are an English football team currently playing in Football League One. ... Hartlepool United Football Club are an English football team currently playing in League One. ... Doncaster Rovers Football Club (or Donny as they are often known) are an English professional football club, based at the Keepmoat Stadium in the town of Doncaster, South Yorkshire. ... Huddersfield Town Football Club is an English football club formed in 1908 and based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. ... Southend United Football Club is an English football team based at Roots Hall Stadium in Prittlewell, in the Borough of Southend-on-Sea, Essex, which plays in the Football League One. ... This article is about the English FA Cup. ... Millwall Football Club are an English professional football team based at the New Den Stadium in Bermondsey, South East London. ... Carlisle United F.C. are an English football team based in Carlisle, Cumbria, play in the Football League One this season, after gaining promotion from the Football League Two at the end of the 2005-06 season. ...

A timeline of Walsall's history

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Walsall F.C in film and television

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Top goalscorers (season)

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FA Cup performances

League Cup performances

Grounds

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Players

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Current squad

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Players of the Season

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Tributes

Matt Gadsby

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The practical response in the days following Gadsby's death included fans voluntarily organising bucket collections at games to donate to Gadsby's widow and daughter. The football club in tandem with the Gadsby family set up a memorial fund to cope with the donations and organised events began to add to the fund. At the time commercial manager Dave Riche said: "The donations just keep flooding in we cannot thank the people out there enough. Everyone in the football community has come together for the fund and long may it continue." These events culminated in a memorial match at the Marston Stadium featuring a Legends XI and a Gadsby Select XI, featuring players from Gadsby's previous clubs.

Club officials

Board officials

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Current management and coaching staff

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Managerial history

Walsall have had 31 full-time Post-War managers. The most recent managerial teams are:

In terms of points, the best manager was Chris Nicholl scoring an average of 1.64 points per game, closely followed by Jan Sorensen who averaged 1.63 points per game. Richard Money was third best manager, averaging 1.61 points per game during his duration with the saddlers. The worst manager was Kevan Broadhurst. He averaged just 0.61 points per game. Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Richard Money is the current manager of the Australian football club the Newcastle United Jets in the newly formed A-League. ... is the 123rd day of the year (124th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 112th day of the year (113th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2008 (MMVIII) is the current year, a leap year that started on Tuesday of the Anno Domini (or common era), in accordance to the Gregorian calendar. ... Football League One (often referred to as League One for short or Coca-Cola Football League 1 for sponsorship reasons) is the second-highest division of The Football League and third-highest division overall in the English football league system. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Kevan Broadhurst (born 3 June 1959 in Dewsbury) is an English former professional footballer, coach and football manager. ... is the 53rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 114th day of the year (115th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Paul Charles Merson (born Harlesden, 20 March 1968) is a retired English football player, and former player-manager of Walsall. ... is the 106th day of the year (107th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... is the 37th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2006 (MMVI) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Colin Lee (born 1956) is an English football manager and former footballer. ... is the 24th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Also see: 2002 (number). ... is the 106th day of the year (107th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Ray Graydon is an English Football manager and retired football player, born in Bristol on 21st July, 1947. ... is the 125th day of the year (126th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... is the 22nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Also see: 2002 (number). ... Image File history File links Flag_of_Denmark. ... Jan Sorensen (born Jan Hansen in 1960?) is a Danish professional poker player from Odense. ... is the 176th day of the year (177th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the band, see 1997 (band). ... is the 125th day of the year (126th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... Image File history File links Ulster_banner. ... Chris Nicholl (born 1946) was a Southampton player during the 1970s. ... is the 213th day of the year (214th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1994 (MCMXCIV) The year 1994 was designated as the International Year of the Family and the International Year of the Sport and the Olympic Ideal by the United Nations. ... is the 141st day of the year (142nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the band, see 1997 (band). ... Image File history File links Flag_of_England. ... Kenny Hibbitt (born January 3, 1951 in Bradford) was an English football player. ... is the 136th day of the year (137th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is about the year. ... is the 245th day of the year (246th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1994 (MCMXCIV) The year 1994 was designated as the International Year of the Family and the International Year of the Sport and the Olympic Ideal by the United Nations. ... Chris Nicholl (born 1946) was a Southampton player during the 1970s. ... Jan Sorensen (born Jan Hansen in 1960?) is a Danish professional poker player from Odense. ... Richard Money is the current manager of the Australian football club the Newcastle United Jets in the newly formed A-League. ... Kevan Broadhurst (born 3 June 1959 in Dewsbury) is an English former professional footballer, coach and football manager. ...

All-time records

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Honours

References

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