Bruce's View: Sunderland

Last updated : 10 August 2006 By Brian Cartlidge

Mikeal Forssell's first goal of the campiagn from the penalty spot secured Blues' second win of the season against Niall Quinn's side.

"There were not too many chances in the game in truth but I am absolutely delighted with the way my players performed," Bruce said after the game.

"I have a new team taking shape here and I'm thrilled with the way things are progressing for us.

"Bendtner is only 18 but he has all the raw ingredients and I think everyone could see he's going to be some player.

"To be honest, him and Forssell were a threat for us all night, but I thought Medhi Nafti was our best player on the night.

"Getting a result here tonight was always going to be a tough ask but I'm delighted because that's exactly what we did."