West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce admits their season has surprised him.
The 60-year-old also admitted the start to the season had caught him by surprise, given the fact he brought in a host of new faces during the summer.
"I wouldn't have thought it was achievable before we started playing because we had so many new players," he said.
"But like I've said many times the new players have done a particularly fantastic job. The other players have done a job to welcome them in and make them feel comfortable. Our team spirit and family feel has played a part and everyone is on top of their game.
"I think the Swansea performance typified that, we're a very good team character wise as we came back from a goal down again. Our determination shone through as did our ability and quality. We don't just play one way, we're flexible and can adapt to the style we need to at that particular time.
"I think the lads have picked up on that really well and opposition defences don't know what's coming next. That causes unrest and I think our performance on Sunday was the best of the season."
