Stoke City manager Mark Hughes has said that he is determined to stop the club's season from fizzling out following back-to-back heavy defeats.

The Potters were knocked out of the FA Cup by Blackburn Rovers on Saturday, while they lost 4-1 to Manchester City on Wednesday.

Stoke sit 10th in the Premier League table and are 11 points clear of the relegation zone, while they are 12 points away from a European place.

Hughes told reporters: "We're absolutely determined not to allow that to happen. We've had a good season up to this point, two games won't change that.

"The last two games have knocked the stuffing out of us somewhat. But we've a week now, we can pick ourselves up, and we'll go again, we'll be fine.

"It hurts me whenever we get beaten, but I'm pleased for Blackburn that they've progressed. They're a good club. I had a fantastic time here, but I certainly didn't want this to be at my expense."

Stoke next face Aston Villa on Saturday.