Sutton's predictions: Liverpool v West Ham published at 11:03 13 April
11:03 13 April
West Ham have been poor recently, and Bournemouth should have beaten them last week.
The Hammers have not really improved since Graham Potter was appointed in January, but that is not on him.
His predecessor Julen Lopetegui was not a good fit, and they have not recruited well either. Their season has been as dull as a Manchester derby and it is not going to get any better now.
So, this is a good game for Liverpool to find some form again and the same can be said for their following match, a trip to Leicester, too.
Even though Liverpool are not playing well, they will still have the desire and intensity at Anfield that they need to see off the Hammers without too much trouble. Mohamed Salah's new contract will obviously lift the fans too.
Semi-automated offsides a 'step in right direction' but take 'with a pinch of salt'published at 11:07 12 April
11:07 12 April
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There are lots of different perspectives in terms of how you watch a game of football, and I think for the majority of time the people in the stadium get the best atmosphere, but the worst views of how a game has actually gone.
You don't really get the chance to see multiple replays and have discussions about things, because you just get caught up in the moment.
With the incoming semi automated offsides, they did promise it earlier in the season - but I think the caveat was they're only going to do it when it's ready.
It is a positive that they didn't do it when it wasn't ready.
One upside to to the new technology is some of the arguments disappear. Previously you could say 'but it looks like it's this to me' or 'it looks like it's that to me'. When it is presented now, there aren't many people that will then be looking at the animation, going back to the video, and then going down a proper conspiracy rabbit hole.
So, it ends more arguments, not all arguments, but more arguments.
I think people, as a consequence, will be more accepting of it.
But, I still do believe that there's things for people to understand, because it can't be used in every situation. There are certain decisions which can still be a little bit more complex, and there's certain times where human intervention will still need to be brought in.
I wouldn't say it's as clear as, say, goal line technology, but it's a step in the direction to where most people feel more comfortable accepting the outcome and the speed of it as well will be encouraged.
It's not to say that it's going to be instant. If you believe this is going to be perfect, and always extremely fast, ask yourself, why do you think that?
Unless somebody has told you that from PGMOL, then take it with a pinch of salt and you see how it goes.
I think it's something that many people have seen before so hopefully there will be fewer arguments.
But, because it's football, there'll always be something to argue about the end of the day.
Potter on Fullkrug, Scarles and defensive issuespublished at 14:32 11 April
14:32 11 April
West Ham boss Graham Potter has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Liverpool (kick-off 14:00 BST).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Potter says "performance levels can improve" after the Bournemouth draw but he knows where his team have "made progress" since he's taken over.
On what West Ham need to improve on: "If you're conceding over two goals a game it doesn't matter who you have on the pitch and we have been addressing that."
Potter is hopeful Niclas Fullkrug will be available for Liverpool. He said: "No major issues from the previous match, it will be a similar squad from the last match I think. Fullkurg isn't fatigued but we want to make sure he's OK after the weekend. He's trained with the team today so he's looking OK so hopefully he'll be in the squad."
On if West Ham are a better side with Fullkrug: " We cannot say that because we don't have enough evidence. But clearly, he's a top player, and you can see that from the impact he has had. He gives us different outlets, and different possibilities in our attacking play but he has had a complicated season because of injuries."
Praising youngster Oliver Scarles: "He's done really well. He's a young player who's come through the academy which is really important for us. Great attitude, and he's going to get better and better with the more game time that he has."
He explained further: "At the same time, we have to perform well in the league because we are not a development club, we have demands to win. Nevertheless, he has contributed to some good results and will get better as time goes on."
On Mo Salah: "You see his goals and assists and how much he contributes in the most difficult area of the pitch. He has contributed in a team that has won trophies and he is a fantastic player, who is always a threat, so you have to be on your guard. Congratulations to him and Liverpool, it's also good news for the Premier League who will keep a player who entertains."
On if the best time to play Liverpool is now: " I think if you look at the current form, they lost their last game [Fulham] but before than won the last four. They were knocked out by PSG which was no disgrace, as they are a fantastic team. Liverpool have had an unbelieve season. Big congratulations to Arne Slot. They still have work to do but they are deservedly top of the league."
Only Everton, Southampton and Leicester have scored fewer away goals in the Premier League this season than West Ham (15).
This is despite the Hammers only failing to score in two of their 15 away games in the competition this season - only Liverpool, Brighton and Fulham have done so less often.
How did Iraola and Potter behave in the technical area this weekend?published at 08:02 9 April
08:02 9 April
Emma Smith BBC Sport journalist
West Ham manager Graham Potter was continuously standing on the edge of his technical area, arms folded and observing the game for the most part, while two members of his staff - assistant manager Bruno and first-team coach Narcis Pelach - were up and down from the bench.
It was the coaches who interacted with the fourth official rather than the manager, and calling subs over from their warm-up. Pelach was usually alongside Potter when West Ham had an attacking free-kick.
Potter and Bruno were often in conversation after key moments and before any tactical changes.
Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola was much more excitable - almost on the pitch as he issued instructions to his players.
This was particularly prevalent early on, though in the second half he spent more time on the bench conversing with staff as the flow of the game changed. He would also take a much more direct role in interacting with his players - both on the pitch and with the subs - than Potter.
'West Ham simply cannot undervalue Bowen's services'published at 12:24 8 April
12:24 8 April
James Jones Fan writer
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It was inevitable rumours surrounding Jarrod Bowen's future would resurface this summer.
He had previously been touted as a potential target for Liverpool, should Mohamed Salah opt against signing a new deal at the end of the season, and those Liverpool links have reared their ugly head again.
Bowen is a top-class Premier League forward and arguably deserves to be playing in Europe every single season. That sort of exposure would no doubt see him get even better and would boost his international pedigree in the eyes of England boss Thomas Tuchel.
But in a world where far worse players have been bought and sold for a lot more than £75m, West Ham simply cannot undervalue his services and consider anything less than £90m for him. Some might even suggest he is worth £100m or more.
Since arriving from Hull for £20m in January 2020, Bowen has gone from a promising Championship goalscorer to England international and West Ham captain. He has scored 69 goals and made 45 assists in 231 first-team appearances. He is the club's talisman. The poster boy for what it means to be West Ham.
And you also have to consider whether he would even entertain an exit anyway. Bowen has made no secret of his love for the club and how grateful he is of the opportunities that have come is way ever since David Moyes trusted him to make the step up from the second tier.
His winning goal in the Conference League final made him a legend and he is only 17 goals shy of becoming the club's all-time leading Premier League goalscorer. Why leave when he can further cement himself into the history books of a club which gave him the chance to realise his true potential?
If there is a player at West Ham who is simply priceless right now, it is Jarrod Bowen.
Sorry Liverpool, it is going to take a lot more than £75m to prise our main man away.
Robert: There's progress under Potter but the style of play has been similar under three coaches which suggest perhaps we have the wrong mix of players. We certainly need more pace and creativity in the team. Niclas Fullkrug's run of games now should help us score more goals.
Stephen: Graham Potter got his starting XI wrong. In the second half with the introduction of Fullkrug, the game changed in our favour as it gave Lucas Paqueta and Jarrod Bowen more opportunities. Probably a fair result but still a frustrating team to watch.
Mik: It's disturbing that we need an entire half before we can get into a game. It's nothing new as it happened under David Moyes and Julen Lopetegui as well, but Graham Potter has to get his side on it from the start. Bournemouth were quicker and better from the start. This must change.
Bournemouth fans
Stu: Lacking the energy and drive we had at the start of the season. Too many misplaced passes and missing that sparkle. A draw away isn't all that bad but a month or so ago we'd be winning games like this. I think European football is a step too far this season but plenty to build on for 2025-26.
Andrew: Fell asleep for a spell in the second half which gave West Ham the impetus. Fortunately we squared things, which set up a fun final 10 minutes where tactics and formula football went out the window for both sides.
Matthew: Fine margins. Clearly the better side on the day, but only one stat counts. It will either click for the Cherries soon, or we look to regroup and strengthen for 2025-26.
Fullkrug arrival made it 'a completely different game'published at 08:59 7 April
08:59 7 April
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Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer believes West Ham are a 'better team' when Niclas Fullkrug is in the side.
Speaking on Match of the Day, Shearer said: "He made the difference [against Bournemouth]. When they brought him on, within six minutes he'd showed everyone what he's about.
"You have to get balls into the box and that's exactly what happened. It's a wonderful header - the timing of the jump and the power behind it. Then West Ham were a better team with him.
"They looked a little light up top in the first half, but in the second half they posed a different threat. Jarrod Bowen and Fullkrug had a good understanding of each other, one was going long and one was going short.
"The problem that they have is that he's only had one 90 minutes, three starts and the three goals. But when he came on, it was a completely different game.
"They've got to somehow keep him fit because they're a better team with him up there, and he makes other players better as well."
Gossip: Hammers plan major squad revamppublished at 07:30 7 April
07:30 7 April
West Ham are planning a major summer overhaul of their squad, with up to 10 senior players set to leave the London Stadium. (Football Insider), external
'There was a period where we dropped a little bit'published at 18:43 5 April
18:43 5 April
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West Ham manager Graham Potter has been talking to BBC Match of the Day about the free-kick decision that led to Bournemouth's second goal: "I haven't seen it back, to be honest, so I have nothing to comment on. But obviously we are disappointed with how we defended the goal. But, how soft the free-kick was, I'm not sure.
"The substitutes helped us I think and, apart from the first five or 10 minutes of the second half, I thought the team were fully committed. It was a tough match, absolutely.
"In the first half, I think there was a period where we dropped a little bit. Apart from that, it was OK without being great. But it was a tough Premier League game and a hard-earned point."
On striker Niclas Fullkrug scoring: "He changes the dynamics of our play and gives us a focal point. We are able to play more long balls and go for second balls, a much simpler way of attacking and it gets us up the pitch a bit more.
"I'm delighted for him. He is battling back from a significant injury. He is not ready to start, but he is happy to help from the bench.
"We scored two very good goals, clinical. I'm pleased for Jarrod [Bowen] because he is also working hard. Sometimes you just need that goal to set you off.
"Psychologically, we have to go through barriers together. There are little things we need to keep doing. We've got games to go and we need to stick together, keep fighting and keep going forward."
'I have had a difficult season'published at 18:32 5 April
18:32 5 April
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Niclas Fullkrug has been speaking to BBC Match of the Day about the performance: "I'm very happy to score in front of our crowd, to celebrate in front of our crowd, and it was an important goal - but I'm very disappointed we didn't win because we had lots of chances to score. We conceded a very easy goal. It was not a free-kick, but it can happen.
"But then it's still a free-kick near the halfway line and it's very difficult to concede from there, but then we lose two duels. It's not nice to concede like that.
"This could have been a good three points because we had a strong mindset and came back. It could have been good for the confidence, so I'm disappointed we didn't win the game.
"I still have three starts for West Ham United but I have had a difficult season. I'm still in the process, I'm still trying to adapt. I need minutes. It's not perfect, but I was out for 12 weeks. I think I feel very good, especially in the duels. I feel very strong right now. We did very intense rehab work."
West Ham improve after break to hold Bournemouthpublished at 18:26 5 April
18:26 5 April
Adwaidh Rajan BBC Sport journalist
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Though West Ham have improved since Graham Potter replaced Julen Lopetegui, their attacking unit has come under scrutiny as they headed into Saturday's meeting with Bournemouth searching for a first win in four games.
The Hammers had failed to score in four of Potter's 10 games in charge and it looked like they were drawing another blank after 45 minutes against the Cherries.
Potter's side had failed to get a single effort on target in an underwhelming first half and the closest they came to creating a chance was when full-back Ollie Scarles played a ball across the goal that did not have any takers in a West Ham shirt.
Potter removed Scarles in favour of Emerson at the break but with little in the way of improvement, he made two more substitutions nine minutes later that helped the game spring into life.
Niclas Fullkrug, who replaced Tomas Soucek, was instrumental in the 2-2 draw as he headed home West Ham's first only seven minutes after his introduction.
It was his first goal at London Stadium since his transfer from Borussia Dortmund last year and would be a huge fillip for the German, whose stint in England has been hampered by injuries.
Jarrod Bowen ending his goal drought on home soil will also come as a welcome sight for the Hammers, who have little to play for this season but will try to delay Liverpool's title celebrations when they visit Anfield on 13 April.
West Ham 2-2 Bournemouth: Key statspublished at 18:18 5 April
18:18 5 April
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West Ham are unbeaten in their past eight Premier League games against Bournemouth (W3 D5), with each of the past four meetings ending on level terms.
The Hammers are one of three sides yet to win a Premier League game in which they have trailed in this season, along with Southampton and Ipswich.
'It is a point but it feels like a loss'published at 17:39 5 April
17:39 5 April
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West Ham United goalscorer Jarrod Bowen has been talking to Premier League Productions about the draw: "It is really frustrating. It is a point but it feels like a loss.
"I'm focused on trying to score and trying to help the team.
"It has been a really difficult and disappointing season. Every week I focus on what I can do and I try not to listen to the noise."
West Ham 2-2 Bournemouth - send us your thoughtspublished at 16:57 5 April