TP cautious despite rapid progress

The last week has shown how quickly fortunes can change in the top flight as just over a week ago the Potters were staring at a record-breaking sixth-successive defeat.

They prevented that by overcoming Birmingham and then went one better by beating Liverpool at the Britannia Stadium on Saturday.

Now they are looking at a third Premier League win in a row - something they have never done before - as they travel to face West Brom.

"Everyone was talking about five straight defeats last week, that's how quickly things turn around," said the Stoke boss. "The Liverpool result has to go up with one of the great days at the Britannia. We have become a little bit more expansive this season, playing with two wingers, and trying to put a bit more pressure on the opposition.

"As you progress and get a little bit more dynamic going forward you still have to find the balance where you are winning games and that means being strong at the back. The most important thing is not to get too carried away and keep our feet on the ground, ensuring the players don't get too above their station."

Source: PA

Source: PA