Walsall’s Skipper, Donervon Daniels, expresses satisfaction with the team’s defensive foundation. He believes that the current back-three, comprising David Okagbue, Priestley Farquharson, and himself, is the most stable configuration this season.
Having started seven of the last eight league games together, Daniels is optimistic about building on these defensive strengths.
Throughout the season, Daniels has consistently played in every league match for Walsall, partnering with six different defenders. Despite the changes, the recent defensive adjustments have led to a positive run of five wins from eight games in League Two, with one draw and two losses. Daniels is determined to uphold the high standards set in recent matches.
The Skipper emphasizes the team’s solid foundation, highlighting the positive contributions of players like Brandon Comley and Owen Evans. Despite frustration over conceding goals, Daniels emphasizes the team’s toughness and expresses a desire to impose their style of play, confident that opponents struggle against them.
Noting the growing continuity in the back line, Daniels stresses the importance of maintaining their defensive relationship and constantly pushing each other to excel. While Daniels believes their back-three is unmatched in the division, he acknowledges the challenge of facing strong attackers and emphasizes the need to be at their best.
Daniels recently scored his first goal of the season with a remarkable strike against Sutton United. Thriving in his free-roaming defensive role on the left of a back-three, he expresses personal satisfaction with contributing offensively.
Daniels appreciates the flexibility granted by playing on either side of the pitch and vows to stay on top of his performances, aiming to make a consistent impact, whether defensively or offensively.
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