West Bromwich Albion boss backs his keeper after England v Germany

Nov 21 2008

have conceded quite a few goals against some of the top teams in the league.

"How many do I put down to Scott? To be fair, not too many and I think he is bearing up very well.

"I've spoken to him and his confidence appears to be very high. He appears very positive and just wants to get on with his job. It is definitely not an issue with me.

"I am only interested what he does Monday to Friday and on Saturday afternoon. He will get all the support he needs from me so long as he works hard and keeps producing good form."

Albion have lost five of their last six games, taking just one point from a possible 18.

Three of the matches were against Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea and although Stoke might not be as glamorous a name, Mowbray knows they will pose a massive test.

He added: "They are the same threat as everyone else. They have won four games at home which is very impressive.

"They are physical, big and very well organised and deserve a great deal of credit for their commitment.

"The likes of Arsenal, Tottenham and Aston Villa have all found it difficult against them. I'm sure that we will find it difficult as well."

Albion will be without midfielder James Morrison due to the knee injury he suffered against Chelsea last weekend.