The result kept the Latics in touch with Premier League survival and was fully deserved.
Speaking about his delight, Martinez said: "Overall we deserved three points and that is a major statement when you consider who we are and who Liverpool are.
"It is a huge boost. We played well in our previous six games - except for Swansea - and we never got the wins; we got four draws and that is eight dropped points.
"Eight points could put you halfway up the table but where we are now eight points are so difficult to get. Every win is extra important and in many ways it can give you belief and confidence and make things easier.
"But we need to forget about what is happening elsewhere and focus on points we can get. It is about ourselves."
