A Massive Performance - Thorn

Published: 15 Feb 2012 - 00:43:12

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City boss on win over Leeds

Coventry City manager Andy Thorn felt City's 2-1 win over Leeds United was a massive performance that brought a massive result.

Speaking to the BBC Coventry & Warwickshire's Geoff Foster, Thorn said; "This was a massive performance and a massive result.

"We showed plenty of character and there were 8/10's all over the pitch and I felt we deserved the win.

"We have 45 points to play for and are back in the pack."

Thorn admitted that he could not watch either of Gary McSheffrey's penalties and instead watched the City support to guage their reaction.

He said; "He led by example, Gary McSheffrey. I thought he was exceptional, showed real character and leadership qualities.

"I didn't see either of the penalties, I was just looking at our supporters, but I am just pleased they both went in.

"Being a local lad as well he is desperate to do well and it was a massive result for us tonight."

On Alex Nimely who won both penalties, Thorn said: "Nimely had to play well tonight as he was late for the game which I was not pleased about but Nimely has got quality and if he gets you squared up you are in trouble because he has got quick feet and can move himself quickly.

"He did brilliantly to win both penalties. He is quality and I thought Oliver Norwood was excellent alongside Gary Deegan (in midfield) and I thought it was a massive performance from all our players.

"Our play was more end product than direct. Baker did well tonight and I am pleased for him after he has struggled with injuries and Platty was a big plus.

"Forest is a massive game on Saturday but we have got ourselves back in it and I'm pleased."