Player Ratings (out of 10)
Begovic – 8 – made some good saves, couple unconvincing punches from Lampards shots.
Wilson – 7 – Steady game, could of closed down better for Drogba goal.
Huth – 9 – Usual physical presence, would of won the game if not for a fine save from Cech.
Shawcross – 7 – Not his best display, but dealt with Drogba, Anelka & Torres well.
Higginbotham – 8 – Strong display, distribution seems to be improving could of done better for goal.
Pennant – 7 – Good display, should of scored start of second half. Subbed
Whelan – 7 – Good work in the engine room, few passes went a stray. Subbed
Delap – 7 – Worked hard in the middle, nearly got an assist with throw.
Etherington – 8 – Did well down the left, some good link up play.
Walters – 10- Man of the match performance, typifies everything about Stoke.
Jones – 8 – One of his best recent performances, gave Terry trouble all afternoon.
Subs
Collins – 6 – Coped well when thrown in a deep end.
Whitehead – 6 – Picked up well from where Whelan left off
Fuller – 9 – Had a cameo display in last few minutes & was inches away from an injury time winner.