Salford coach Ian Watson hailed the grit and determination of his side as they picked up a second Betfred Super League win of the season against Warrington.
Junior Sa'u scored twice for the hosts to help them to their first win over Warrington in 10 meetings.
"It was a great response from us," said Watson. "We showed grit and determination especially after a few 50/50 calls went against us. The result is very pleasing as a group.
"Our game management has been very good all year and Michael Dobson was again first class. I thought the boys were brilliant.
"We are happy with where we are, especially after everyone was writing us off before the season. We are learning and improving every week and trying to go forward with consistency.
"Beating a very good team like Warrington will give us belief for the rest of the season."
Lack of game management
Despite beating Brisbane Broncos in the World Club Series, Tony Smith's side find themselves at the wrong end of Super League and on Thursday face another tough assignment at champions Wigan Warriors.
Smith could not explain why his side were struggling for wins in Super League after such a monumental effort against Brisbane.
He said: "We were up for the Brisbane game in a big way and put in an enormous effort. Maybe it flattened us but it's far from the end of the world for us. We know we are going to get some form together especially in the dry weather.
"At this stage of the year, you will get these kinds of results. I don't think you can determine who will win or come last in the competition in the first few weeks."
Smith confirmed that he was close to welcoming back a handful of players including captain Chris Hill, the King brothers - Toby and George - and Stefan Ratchford.
Warrington were in the game until the closing stages and Smith admitted there were some areas that needed addressing.
"I thought it was a spasmodic performance and our game management wasn't terrific. We will keep working hard."