Stoke City boss Tony Pulis praised David De Gea for the Manchester United goalkeeper's performance in their 1-1 draw.

The Spaniard has endured a tough start to the season and looked unconvincing at times yesterday when high balls came into the box, but he certainly demonstrated his shot-stopping skills, something that did not escape the attention of Pulis.

"In the first half I thought the two saves the goalkeeper made...people have been questioning him, but they were two wonderful stops," Pulis said.

"The one off Wilkinson must be the save of the season so far."