McCartney's goal was like John Barnes against Brazil.

Vaz Te makes such a difference. He offers so much on that side, always winning the ball in the air, going at defenders, tackling back. His shooting is fucking appalling, but he's the bargain of the window for me.

Noble was good again - when Nolan was absent he stepped out of his considerable shadow to lead the side and looks like he has developed the confidence to continue with that attitude now Nolan is back.

Now if only we can find a forward from one of our eight who can cope with the pressure of high expectation....