Bolton bounce could be short

GARY MEGSON spoke wistfully of this victory serving as a springboard for his team, but there was little conviction in his words, as a meeting with Liverpool looms large on the horizon.

At least Megson can reflect on back-to-back victories for the first time since April as a typically resilient 1-0 win at Hull yesterday followed last Sunday’s late show at home to Manchester City.

Within the space of seven days Bolton have propelled themselves out of the bottom three and into mid table, showing promising signs.