League One

Ugly wins crucial to staying up says Hurst

by
The LeaguePaper Team
16 April 2017

By Michael Beardmore

SHREWSBURY’S relegation run-in might turn ugly, but boss Paul Hurst does not care as long as it means survival.
Hurst admitted the Shrews were forced into more direct methods as Stefan Payne’s header rescued a draw against mid-table Walsall to keep Town two points above the drop zone.
Shrewsbury visit a Northampton side not safe themselves on Monday and Hurst is putting substance over style.
He said: “This and the next three games, I don’t think anyone will be too concerned with the quality of football if we get the points that are needed.
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