I really like him, he's like the polar opposite of Sissoko. Doesn't have athletic prowess but stays a step ahead of everyone of the pitch through footballing intelligence.
Also, just not having a massive weakness at left back confused Sunderland so much they couldn't get out of their half.
He's like a Sheringham who can't finish.
On balance, they just about deserve to be in the lead (unlike Paladium of s**** game). Times like this when managers earn their corn. Over to you Rafa, but personally I'd move Sissoko to the right for a start.