Head Coach John McGreal was pleased with the workout the U's got at Needham Market on Tuesday, in their second pre-season game ahead of the new 2017/18 campaign.
Speaking to BBC Essex and iFollow immediately after the final whistle, McGreal reflected on the minutes the players got under their belt and how the previously injured players are returning to the fold.
He also explained the challenges the U's are facing in bringing new faces into the squad, and what kind of squad he will be taking to Carden park in Chester for the next few days of pre-season.