Dougie Freedman feels Bolton can take plenty of positives from their dramatic FA Cup defeat to Everton.
The Trotters appeared to have done enough to earn a replay against Premier League opposition as the clock ticked down at the Reebok Stadium with the two sides locked together at 1-1.
There was, however, to be a late twist in the tale as Johnny Heitinga snatched a stoppage-time winner for the visitors.
Freedman is disappointed to have seen Bolton's involvement in cup competition come to an end for another year, but believes his side are heading in the right direction.
On a game which was played in freezing conditions and with snow on the side of the pitch, the Scot joked: "We could have called the game off and left it for a Tuesday night, but we worked very hard to get the game on and it kicked us in the teeth, really. Disappointed, yes, at the result but not the performance.
"I felt that the first 20 minutes we started nervously and I can't quite put my finger on why we did and they deserved to go in front, but I felt that for the next 60 minutes we played as well as we have done since I have been here.
"We got a deserved goal and then tried for that winner, pushed everyone forward. A small detail at the end let us down. If you don't concentrate for 95 minutes against a Premier League side, they are going to punish you.
"There are lots of positives - Stuart Holden came on, Chung (Yong-Lee) played well, we had a good shape to the team, we passed the ball very well and created opportunities.
"It's very pleasing to see that and you can see there is light there. This club is going through a dip at this moment but we are all working very hard and you can see glimmers of hope there."
Freedman reserved special praise for Holden, with the American midfielder making a welcome return to competitive action at the Reebok following a wretched run of injuries.
He added: "He's worked very, very hard and continues to work hard. He got a standing ovation when he came on the pitch. He has got a long way to go, but he is certainly on the right path."
Odemwingie has followed up the statement he issued last night by claiming he wants to leave because the Baggies had previously doubted his commitment.
The Nigeria international is a target for QPR and yesterday had a transfer request rejected by Albion.
Rangers have already had a ?2 million bid turned down but sources close to West Brom expect them to make another offer before the transfer window closes on Thursday.
Odemwingie has come under fire from some Albion fans after making clear his desire to leave.
He tweeted: "I can understand the reaction of few Albion fans on my desire to leave the club. Real reason? Cos they once doubted my commitment.
"Want to know why I wanted to quit top flight football last summer earlier than I wished to? They know at the club.
"Albion fans are not the only reason, but made it easier for me to decide to stay and try my best to forget about the disappointment.
"I succeeded in doing that. But it's not getting better. Before bigger disappointment comes one day, I better leave on a good note."
Odemwingie admits his agent advised him not to make the Twitter outburst.
He added: "I am crazy haha adviser text saying don't tweet, it weakens our position. Doesn't weaken nothing ! When I want to do something, I Do it."
In his original statement, released after his transfer request being rejected, Odemwingie said: "I'm deeply hurt and in some ways offended by the lack of reciprocal common respect from the management of West Bromwich Albion.
"During my time at the club I believe I have delivered performances, effort and goals.
"I never complained when I found out that the club failed to inform me of enquiries that might have interested me and my family in the past.
"Everyone knows how much effort and commitment I always give when I play for the club. The fans have been great with me and I will always respect them.
"At this stage of my career, this opportunity may not come around again. A new challenge, a new opportunity, and a chance to play under the stewardship of one of the most respected managers in the game (Harry Redknapp)."
