There was also individual praise for Ben Johnson and the rather more experienced Michail Antonio was back to his best. “I thought Ben did well,” insisted Moyes.
“He has potential to step up. Today he got forward and crossed it, and made some brilliant tackles. He did a really good job, especially in the first half going forward and joining in and being part of the attacks. He has a lot of potential and we want him to keep improving.
“Michail probably had his worst last ten minutes [in the closing stages] but I have to say he had his best 80 minutes for a while.
“He worked brilliantly for the team, got an assist and created chances. Their ‘keeper made a good save from him in the first half. I thought he looked closer to scoring today so I was pleased with him.”