West Ham manager spoke at length ahead of Friday’s clash against Wolves, addressing recent injuries, player availability, and the mindset of his squad as they prepare for a crucial Premier League encounter As reported by west ham United via their YouTube channel. With key matches coming up, he emphasized:
We are positive. We are positive that they can be available Sunday. Dino also was clear of the concussion protocol. So we are positive that they’re going to be available. Yeah. Just a couple from the weekend as well. Dassi, it looked like he was maybe carrying something and obviously Areola as well. They had to come off. Yeah, a lot of our players it was a tough game. Extra time, a lot of energy. Um, but they are okay. Okay. Tiredness. Tiredness. Yeah. Fatigue.
The manager also reflected on the psychological impact of recent disappointments, particularly the heartbreak of missing out on Wembley:
It was a couple of difficult days, like you imagine. We had a lot of hopes and believed that we could achieve reaching Wembley. I was disappointed, but the way we did it at the same time showed that we put a fight, we reacted, we didn’t give up till the end. Um, but we move forward realizing that our major fight is starting Friday.
He acknowledged Wolves’ improvements under Rob Edwards while stressing confidence in West Ham’s own preparation:
Tough game, good team improving. You can see that they are improving. Um, so what you expect a tough opponent, but we are ready to compete.
Regarding individual players who have returned or overcome setbacks, the manager highlighted Max Kilman’s professionalism and resilience after being booed by fans:
It’s not only specific players. Everybody in this industry goes through bad moments, and sometimes it’s how we react to them. And I think the reaction of Max was really good. Really good the way he handled the situation.
He further emphasized the responsibility the squad feels toward the club and fans:
We are aware of the situation, and we are confident and we believe in each other. It’s a reality. That’s why I say that we as a club are in a position that we don’t want to be, and it’s up to us as the players and coaches to take care of the mission that we have in hand.
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Softfootball reported that Recent upsets in English football show that even teams lower in the table can make a statement. Wolves have pulled off surprising results, including a 3–1 FA Cup win over Liverpool to avenge an earlier league defeat and a shock 2–0 victory over Aston Villa.
Such outcomes underline the challenge West Ham will face at home but also the chance for them to set the tone as this crucial block of fixtures begins.
