As a manager, victories like those we have enjoyed over Rangers are ones to cherish and I hope you will agree that this team is looking brilliant at the moment.

Even I wouldn't have expected the goal glut that has occurred this month, but this is a testament to the hunger, desire and ability of the current squad. With each passing week, they become stronger and more fluent in their play.

Whilst the victories over Rangers have brought great joy to the club as a whole, I think the most significant result happened at the Luzhniki Stadium. Make no mistake, Spartak are a quality team and playing on a plastic pitch was always going to be a disadvantage for us. However, in spite of the hostile crowd and physicality of the game, we came through with flying colours and achieved a result that most thought was impossible.

Heading into October, top of the table, I hope for a similarly successful month, but am realistic enough to know that things will become more difficult. As we progress in domestic and European competitions, the standard of opposition will get better, but at this current moment in time, I think we have the quality and momentum to beat anyone.