Highlights
- Stoke City recorded their first home victory since August 19th, giving them reason to be cheerful after a stuttering start to the Championship campaign.
- Despite defensive frailties and a lack of consistency, Stoke City created clearer openings and claimed their just rewards with a goal by Luke McNally.
- Stoke's manager, Alex Neil, acknowledges the team's transition and asks for patience from loyal fans, recognizing the realistic expectation following a summer of significant change.