I WAS generally pleased with the way in which we went about our business against Leeds United on Tuesday. A lapse in concentration allowed them to get back into the game and there were one or two little faults that we can pick up on against a good passing side who will be up there come the end of the season.

There was a wonderful atmosphere inside the ground, with around 5,000 Walsall supporters in attendance and they gave the players excellent backing on the night. It's just a pity that we didn't give them something to cheer about at the final whistle.

The key now is to find a level of consistency both as a team and individually. We have proved that we can compete against the better sides in this League. The work-rate and committment was right on Tuesday night and we have to build on that.

It is a case of us looking to improve and learn and then go out and deliver.

Charlton is a difficult place to go and there is sure to be a good atmosphere inside the ground. We are looking forward to it and there is no reason why we can't go there and get a result.

They will have to bring the game to us and as the home side will fancy their chances, but we go there intent on rolling our sleeves up and doing what we have to do to get the three points.

We have to make sure that we are solid in defence, that our midfielders track runners and our front men take what chances come their way.

I am happy with the way the team is shaping up in these early weeks.

CHRIS HUTCHINGS