The match, which saw Head Coach Matthew Taylor lead his Saddlers side into battle for the very first time, was settled by Wilfried Zaha's 41st minute goal - during what was a sweltering afternoon in WS1.
Walsall are due to take on Aston Villa in a few days and, as with the meeting with the Villans, will view Saturday's outing as a fitness exercise as they continue to prepare for the upcoming Sky Bet League Two campaign.
Walsall are due to take on Aston Villa in a few days and, as with the meeting with the Villans, will view Saturday's outing as a fitness exercise as they continue to prepare for the upcoming Sky Bet League Two campaign.