Hull City No2 Brian Horton admits Jimmy Bullard's fitness was decisive in their crucial win over Stoke City yesterday.

Bullard, making his long-awaited home debut after 10 injury-ravaged months, was at the forefront of all the Tigers' good work and gave his side drive and determination.

On Bullard's 90-minute performance, Horton said: "He was tremendous - he'll get every man-of-the-match award going.

"He's got the champagne - but he'll recognise what others have done."