Stoke City boss Tony Pulis was satisfied with victory over FA Cup opponents Brighton.
John Carew netted in the 14th minute from Rory Delap's long throw with an effort that Seagulls goalkeeper Peter Brezovan flapped a glove at but could not prevent from going in.
Jon Walters then sent Marc Wilson's delivery across Brezovan and in eight minutes later before flicking on Jermaine Pennant's corner to tee up Ryan Shawcross just before the break.
"The attitude of the players was absolutely fantastic," Pulis said.
"We looked fresh and ready to go to work and the disappointing thing in the first half was that it was only 3-0. Jon Walters could have scored a hat-trick today.
"But the second goal was great and the two others, people will talk about set-plays, but they were well executed. We're just delighted to be in the next round."
