Saddlers looking strong

Walsall boast a fully-fit squad for their trip to play-off chasing Carlisle.

Defender Olly Lancashire (hamstring) and midfielder Kevan Hurst (heel) both played for the reserves in midweek as they gained vital minutes in their respective recoveries, and both will be available if required by manager Dean Smith.

Otherwise, the Saddlers boss has no new injury or suspension concerns for the long trip north to Brunton Park, where the Cumbrians are unbeaten in eight games since mid-September.

Forward Alex Nicholls, 24, is in line to make his 200th senior appearance for Walsall.

The midlands club have drawn seven of their previous 10 matches, losing two and winning one, to currently sit just outside the drop zone on goal difference.