Alan Thompson came off the bench to rescue a vital point for United with a trademark free kick in the second minute of added time. United had fallen behind when Tommy Mooney took advantage of a goalmouth scramble to put the Saddlers ahead with 15 minutes remaining. But, in front of another sell-out crowd, Dennis Wise's men once again showed their 'never say die' spirit to break Walsall hearts.
Walsall boss Richard Money was clearly gutted. 'There is absolutely no doubt that we deserved to win the game,' he complained. 'We are disappointed that we didn't get three points, but that just shows how far we've come this season. We totally dominated and I couldn't be more proud of the players, they we're fantastic from start to finish and everyone can be pleased with their efforts.'
'There was a fantastic atmosphere in the stadium and our supporters responded to the challenge put before them. We are growing as a team and getting better by the week. I am very happy with what I am seeing at the moment.' Money will clearly be hoping his side can maintain such a level of performance week in and week out as they chase a Leeds side who have already overturned a 15 point handicap on their opponents.
