Only way is up for Morrison after Baggies break Stoke spell

JAMES MORRISON was able to savour the sweet taste of a rare West Brom success at Stoke that he believes could serve as a spark to guarantee top-flight safety this season.

For the first time in 30 years, after a run of 13 defeats and five draws, the Baggies chalked up a victory on Stoke soil to move seven points clear of the relegation zone.

Morrison set Albion on their way with a 30-yard strike in the 35th minute, aided by the gift of a gaffe from Stoke goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen.