Gunnarsson, Ralls and Damour.
For the first time in a long time, we had a midfield able to work collectively with the work rate and stamina to cover ground, cut off options and break up play.
For the first time in a long time, we had a midfield with the energy to carry the ball forwards with pace to drag opponents out of position and create openings.
Add the obvious individual qualities of all 3 players and our midfield trio has the perfect blend of everything required for our team to challenge for promotion this season.
As pleased as I was when we signed a player of Lee Tomlin's talent, I don't think we would have won so convincingly today if Tomlin started ahead of one of the other 3. I think our midfield trio today will become formidable and Tomlin will have to remain patient on the bench.
Then you add our front 3 of Hoilett, Mendez-Laing and Zohore. If these 6 players stay fit, I think we can look forward to a very exciting season. We looked so good today, it's scary!