Bescot Beat

George Bennett and Nathan Judah bring you the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. They are joined this week by BBC Senior Sport correspondent and die-hard Walsall fan Michael Beardmore. The boys discuss the weekend's defeat vs Port Vale and the ever-changing landscape of the promotion race. Can Walsall get back on track or are they on a slippery slope to the playoffs? George and Michael make their...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat podcast. In the latest episode, they are joined by BBC WM's Tom Marlow to discuss all things Saddlers, as they picked up two vital points in the first of their three game week against promotion rivals. Late goals were a theme, and they discuss how Walsall are digging in at the right time as other promotion contenders...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. It is set to be a huge week for the Saddlers, as they take on three of their promotion rivals in the space of seven days. They discuss the potentially defining week, reflect on the draw at Gillingham, look at the international break, and discuss which fringe players could be set for a big impact during the run in. Ho...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. George and Jonny reflect on the Bromley result, the tense race for promotion and the favour from Tranmere on Saturday! George looks at the changes in selection and Walsall need to do to address their rocky form. And the big discussion comes from the international break, as Mat Sadler's side decline the change to post...

Nathan Judah and George Bennett bring you the latest Walsall podcast. It was another worrying defeat for the Saddlers who still maintain top spot in League Two. But the gap continues to close - the boys discuss whether Walsall can hold their nerve. Have the loanees been a disappointment and does recruitment need to change? Is it time to give key players a rest or do they stick with what they've go...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. After a week away, the pair reflect on Walsall's rocky form with their lead at the top cut to just two points! George looks at what has been the difference, with the Saddlers having picked up just two wins from ten games. He talks about the mood of the fans, what needs to change, and points out some of the positives...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. They reflect on a return to winning ways, as Walsall ended their rotten run of form with a 3-1 win over Chesterfield. They discuss the impact of new signings, an unsung hero in the Saddlers camp and the need to kick off a run again as they chase promotion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Bennett and Jonny Drury return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. They reflect on the latest results in a run that has seen the league leaders go five without a win. They discuss what has gone wrong, what has changed and how Mat Sadler can turn it all round! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nathan Judah and George Bennett bring you the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. It was a late night if you were a Walsall fan with the club making deals up to the final minute. The boys discuss Deadline Day and the window as a whole. The draw with Salford is disussed and there's a full preview ahead of the trip to Colchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. The boys reflect on a first defeat for the Saddlers since October - as they went down 3-0 at Bradford. They look at the defeat, George discusses why it is just a bump in the road, and why it could again spark a long unbeaten run. George also looks at the signing of Nathan Wheatley and whether he could be he right rep...

George Bennett and Nathan Judah bring you the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. The boys discuss another magnificent win from the record breakers, even without their talisman. What's the latest movings in the January window and can Walsall hang onto their best players? All your questions are answered and there's a full preview ahead of the trip to Bradford City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with a new episode of the Bescot Beat. In this latest episode, they are joined by BBC journalist and Walsall fan Michael Beardmore, as things go from strength to strength on the field for Mat Sadler's men. They reflect on the 5-1 mauling of Tranmere as Walsall went 12 points clear at the top of League Two. They look at Jamille Matt's stunning display - but als...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat! In the first episode of 2025 - the boys look at the stream of positivity coming out of the Bescot with Walsall sitting ten points clear at the top of the table. They discuss the seven game winning run, promotion and the news Mat Sadler has penned a new contract at the club. George reflects on Sadler's reign, looks at...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett bring you the latest episode of the Bescot Beat! This week, they reflect on the draw with Crewe and the victory over Shrewsbury. They discuss how Mat Sadler's squad is awash with depth, and look at how much of an impact George Hall could make when he breaks into the Saddlers side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. In this week's episode, they reflect on a superb day in the FA Cup and the late win over Bolton. They talk Jamie Jellis (again), what Mat Sadler is doing at the Bescot, contracts, internationals and look ahead to what could be a real defining period in Walsall's season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat podcast. In this week's episode, they reflect on the 0-0 draw at Accrington Stanley, the positives, and the away form. George previews the FA Cup tie with Bolton and looks at whether Mat Sadler will go strong. And they also debate whether Nathan Lowe deserves an England youth re-call. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. After a few weeks away, the boys are back to discuss the Saddlers' top form. They discuss loan successes, Jamie Jellis, Jamille Matt, strength in depth and whether Mat Sadler's men are genuinely title contenders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonny Drury and George Bennett are back with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. The boys discuss how Walsall went from the highs of topping the table and the 4-0 win over Colchester - to the lows of a 6-2 mauling at the hands of Fleetwood on Tuesday. They look at what went wrong and what changes could be made for this Saturday's game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

George Bennett and Nathan Judah bring you the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. They boys analyze the excellent win at Salford and discuss the star performers on the day. Is this the start of a special season? There's a full preview as Walsall welcome Premier League opposition on Tuesday night and a look ahead to the clash with Colchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

George Bennett and Nathan Judah bring you the latest episode of the Becot Beat. The boys breakdown the excellent home win over Bradford as well as discussing some good news on the injury front. There's a full preview ahead of the home EFL trophy clash with Fulham U21 and the trip to Salford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Bennett and Nathan Judah bring you the latest episode of the Bescot Beat following the 1-0 defeat at MK Dons. The boys discuss what went wrong on the day and how Walsall's away form will have to improve if they want to contend this season. Can some Saddlers returnees reclaim their place and could the club still make an addition despite the transfer window being shut. All your questions are...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return with the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. The boys are joined by Yellow Ribbon Podcast duo Rob Petrucco andHarley Sheldon to look at two more top results from Mat Sadler's men. They reflect on the win over Cheltenham and penalty victory against Birmingham City in the EFL Trophy. They also discuss the impact of Nathan Lowe and similarities to another former W...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return for the latest episode of the Bescot Beat. This week they are joined by Saddlers fan Darren Fellows to reflect on the superb 4-0 win away at Swindon. They talk Josh Gordon, Albert Adomah, Ryan Stirk, as well as looking at new loan signing Reyes Cleary. George introduces a new Dave's Deep Retro Dive segment, which brings back chilling memories for Jonny. And th...

Jonny Drury and George Bennett return for the new episode of the Bescot Beat. After the season curtain raiser, the boys look back on the opening day victory, and reflect on penalty win over Exeter in the EFL Cup. They look at the impact of Jamie Jellis and his start to life in the side, as well as the good defensive foundations being laid at the Bescot. George looks at Douglas James-Taylor's spark...

George Bennett and Nathan Judah bring you a brand new season of the Bescot Beat. The boys discuss pre season and where they think Walsall are short. Who needs to step up and what youngsters could make a big difference. There a full preview of the clash with Morecambe and the change to win a brand new shirt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.