Summer signing Joe Riley has finally been able to pull the Walsall shirt on for a competitive clash as he was a second-half substitute during the Saddlers' one-all draw with Newport County.Riley, who moved to Poundland Bescot Stadium on a free transfer after leaving Carlisle United last year, suffered a serious injury during pre-season and, after a series of setbacks, has only recently returned to full training.
With the likes of Joss Labadie, Liam Kinsella, Jack Earing, and Conor Wilkinson continuing to work their way back to fitness Joe's return will serve as a major boost to the gaffer as he looks to guide the team back toward the top half following a string of winless games.