Manager Eddie Howe was quoted on BBC Radio Solent as saying after the match: "I thought Tokelo Rantie did well, these are big changes for him. I thought he did so well, and the first thing he did was nearly score. With the ability he has got I am sure he will be a big success. This victory sets us up nicely for a tough few games. They are a tough side and they will beat some big teams this year - for me this was one of our most difficult games so far".