Boss proud of point

Last updated : 12 February 2014 By Wba-mad Editor

Albion head coach Pepe Mel was proud of his players after watching Albion claim a point against table toppers Chelsea.

The Baggies fell behind in the fourth minute of added time when Branislav Ivanovic fired home from close range – two minutes after the minimum signalled by the fourth official.

But much like Everton and Liverpool in recent weeks, Albion came out a different side after the break and Victor Anichebe came off the bench to score an 87th minute header.

Mel afterwards revealed his pride at Albion’s comeback against what he believes is one of the best sides in Europe.

 “Today for me it was a pleasure because the players showed good work and now, in the changing room, it is calmer and there is a good sensation,” said Mel.

“Chelsea are a top team in Europe and West Brom in the second half were better.

“Now I am a proud coach.

“Today was good for me.

“There were two different halves.

“The first half was good defence and only two chances for Chelsea.

“And in the second half there was good transition from defence to counter-attack.

“We showed a good mentality.

“If West Brom scored a goal earlier than we got the equaliser I’m sure we would have won the match.

“It is the best performance since I’ve been here.

“Chelsea is a good team, they are top.

“The players showed a good mentality to win.”

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