ALBION boss Graham Potter has praised his young squad after they cruised past Cardiff City and into the next round of the Carabao Cup.

The manager named a team that had an average age of under 22 and including starting debuts for Moises Caicedo and Antef Tsoungui.

He said: "It was a really satisfying game, and I am very proud of the players.

"I thought they were fantastic, it was only a young team, but I thought they showed quality and courage, especially as they had to defend against a strong and physical team.

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"To keep a clean sheet and to score two good goals is not easy.

"It is nice to go through, and we are really pleased with the result."

Jakub Moder and Andi Zeqiri scored their first goals for the club early on in each half.

The Argus: Andi Zeqiri celebrates his goal against Cardiff CityAndi Zeqiri celebrates his goal against Cardiff City

Potter was chuffed with Zeqiri's performance, saying: "He is a fantastic character and a great team player. You can ask him to do anything and he will give it 120 per cent.

"He was closing players down and chasing lost causes, he deserved his goal which was a great finish."

"Everyone at the club loves him, he is always smiling and always positive, so we are all happy for him."