London: Chelsea brushed aside London rivals West Ham United with a 2-1 away win that restored their 10-point lead at the top of the Premier League on Monday. Eden Hazard gave them the lead following a swift 25th-minute counter-attack before Diego Costa bundled the ball home shortly after the break to put the Blues in control.
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Chelsea-West Ham United Preview
The Belgian winger played a quick one-two with Pedro before accelerating past trailing West Ham defenders and rounding Darren Randolph to open Chelsea’s account in the 25th minute. Antonio played through the middle against the Hornets, and his replacement may well depend on the fitness of Andy Carroll, but the Irons have no other suspension worries for the encounter with the Blues, which is sure to be a fiery one.
Bilic confident West Ham can repeat cup win over Chelsea
West Ham United’s recent form has given manager Slaven Bilic belief that his side can repeat their October League Cup victory over Chelsea when the London rivals meet in the Premier League at the London Stadium next Monday. West Ham have lost just once in their last six league games but will be the underdogs when they come up against a formidable Chelsea side that appear on course for the title with a 10-point lead at the top of the standings.
Slaven Bilic has been charged by the FA over an incident during West Ham’s game with West Brom
West Ham manager Slaven Bilic has been charged with improper conduct for his behaviour during Saturday’s draw against West Brom, the Football Association has announced. Bilic was sent off by referee Michael Oliver after he angrily threw down a television microphone following West Brom’s late equaliser, which made it 2-2.
West Ham hit back to slay Saints and bounce back from Man City mauling
Southampton’s Manolo Gabbiadini scores his side’s first goal of the game during the Premier League match at St Mary’s Stadium, Southampton. The Hammers marched to victory over the Saints at St Mary’s Stadium to climb up into ninth-spot in the Premier League as Slaven BiliA ‘s boys got back to winning ways.
Are West Ham back to square one after second Man City mauling?
Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne scores his side’s first goal of the game during the Premier League match at London Stadium. After the excellent victories over Crystal Palace and Middlesbrough there was a real sense of optimism in the air for Wednesday’s game against Manchester City.
West Ham United have sold Dimitri Payet to Marseille for 25million
New Marseille signing Dimitri Payet admits he needed to return to France after becoming unhappy at West Ham following one “exceptional” year with the club. Payet was presented by Marseille on Monday afternoon after completing a A 25million move back to the Stade Velodrome on Sunday.
West Ham agree fee for sale of Dimitri Payet
West Ham’s wantaway playmaker Dimitri Payet has moved a step closer to rejoining French side Marseille after the two clubs agreed a fee of 25million. The 29-year-old has expressed his desire to leave the Hammers and has not appeared for Slaven Bilic’s side since refusing to play against Crystal Palace on January 14. A statement on West Ham’s Twitter page said: “West Ham United can confirm that a 25m fee has today been agreed for the transfer of Dimitri Payet to Olympique de Marseille.”
Fonte To West Ham – New Captain’s Confirmed
With Southampton confirming ahead of the weekend’s victory over Leicester City that club captain Jose Fonte had moved on to West Ham United, manager Claude Puel has named his new club skippers. Beginning with Fonte firstly, he headed out of St Mary’s Stadium on Friday with the 33 year old bringing down the curtain on a seven year long spell with us that us took us from League One into the Europa League and his departure was on the cards with the various contradictions aired over contracts and his ultimate transfer request.
West Ham storm to superb win as Carroll grabs deadly double
The Hammers moved into the top half of the Premier League with a fine win at The Riverside over Middlesbrough West Ham United’s Andy Carroll scores his side’s first goal during the Premier League match at the Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough. Two-goal Andy Carroll proved to be the shining light as he led West Ham United to victory in murky, misty Middlesbrough.
Middlesbrough v West Ham United
Middlesbrough continue to search for vital points when hosting West Ham United this afternoon. Striker Patrick Bamford may receive immediate action having completed a permanent move from Chelsea during the week.
Crystal Palace (h) – Post-Match Fascinating Facts
Following the rarity this season that is an emphatic home Premier League win, we took the opportunity to delve into the record and form books. Here are a few facts and figures that might interest you: a In providing assists for all three goals, Michail Antonio became the first West Ham United player to provide three assists since Paulo Di Canio did against Coventry back in April 2000.
David Sullivan: I won’t let Dimitri Payet leave West Ham this month
France star Payet this week rocked the Hammers by telling them he wants to quit the club and has refused to play against Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon. The 29-year-old, who signed a bumper A 125,000-a-week five-year contract last February, is understood to want a move back to former club Marseille.
Bilic expects positive reaction after heavy City defeat
Slaven Bilic’s West Ham United were dumped out of the FA Cup on Friday. Picture: Action Images via Reuters West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic expects his players to show character and rediscover their form after Friday’s 5-0 FA Cup humbling at the hands of Manchester City.
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