Baggies boss Pulis proud of work ethic

Tony Pulis has praised the work rate and dedication of his West Brom charges despite suffering their sixth Premier League defeat of the season to Manchester United.

The Baggies have boasted a strong start to the season, sitting in the top half of the table even with the expectation of relegation once again on their shoulders.

Team spirit and togetherness has been the key at the Hawthorns, with Pulis inspiring belief in his side with six wins from the campaign to date.

But defeat at home to Manchester United has threatened to derail Christmas momentum, with Zlatan Ibrahimovic at the double as Jose Mourinho’s men maintained their own charge.

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But despite the loss, Pulis was keen to praise to work ethic of his side, now looking to make sure their early season form doesn’t count for nothing heading into the festive period.

“We’ve got some old warriors in our side and to play three games in six days,” he said.

“They’ve been fantastic, I appreciate so much what they do and how hard they work.

“Our focus is getting enough points as quick as we can to get Premier League football next year, then we’ll push on from there.

“We’ll try to keep ticking over during Christmas and keep moving forward.”