We have what it takes to survive — Hodgson

ROY HODGSON believes West Brom have the “discipline, organisation and guts” needed alongside their other qualities to survive in the Premier League.

The Baggies achieved their first win under Hodgson when they triumphed at fellow strugglers Birmingham. Goals from Youssouf Mulumbu, James Morrison and Paul Scharner sealed victory for Albion, who have collected five points from three games under Hodgson.

West Brom have shown throughout the campaign that they are a potent attacking threat and leading scorer Peter Odemwingie tormented the City defence during the second half. But Hodgson is aware that skill alone will not be enough to keep West Brom in the top flight and there has been more steel about their play in recent games.