"My players were brave and stood up to be counted. We had one or two marvellous performances out there.
"I don't name names for praise or criticism but I think most people will realise who they are. It was certainly a great effort from our back four who remained solid right to the end. We have now given ourselves something to build on.
"We all know there is a vast improvement to come from us yet but I saw some good signs and we can move in the right direction."