Stoke City boss Tony Pulis was thrilled with their 4-0 victory over Newcastle United.
The four-goal show followed their achievement last weekend in reaching the FA Cup semi-final and a meeting against Bolton.
Pulis said: "We are pleased, we knew it was going to be a tough game. On the back of what we did against West Ham there was a concern the players might not be focussed and a little bit drained.
"We are doing things at this club that have not happened for 39 years. The players are not used to the pressure of playing in these competitions at the level we are dealing with now."
Pulis believes, though, they still have work to do to remain in the top flight.
He said: "It might even be over 40 points now if you look at the table. We have eight games to go, four at home, and have to make sure we pick points up."
