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'I am well aware of it' - Gareth Ainsworth frustrated by early Shrewsbury habit

Gareth Ainsworth revealed he is working hard to prevent Shrewsbury Town from conceding goals early in both halves.

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Salop head into their Boxing Day clash against Lincoln City at the Croud Meadow looking to build on the back of their 2-2 draw with Wigan last weekend. 

The Town boss has spoken openly about his desire to improve Shrewsbury from a defensive perspective. 

They have conceded the most goals in League One this season - shipping in 41 times in their 20 games. 

The problem runs deeper than that. In the last three matches, they have conceded in the first 15 minutes of the first half - they also have made a habit of letting goals in at the start of the second period.