Watching rivals is part of being a West Ham fan
Yes, yes—I know. West Ham can only concentrate on ourselves, “just concentrate on what Nuno does”.
It’s something I’ve heard multiple times over recent weeks whilst trying to make sense of the relegation picture.
Apparently, it’s now the done thing to ignore everything else and focus purely on your own team. But I spent years on the terraces at Upton Park with my ear glued to a tiny radio powered by a 12v battery, checking scores from everywhere. Plenty asked for updates—nobody ever said, “Just concentrate on West Ham, the rest will take care of itself.”
So if you’re not interested in Nottingham Forest or Tottenham, feel free to move along.
Forest clash could have big implications for West Ham
For those still here… Forest travel to Sunderland tonight in a game that could have a real impact on West Ham.
Their win against Burnley had some claiming they’d pulled clear of trouble—but that feels premature.
There are only three points between us, and unless they better our result this weekend, they’re still very much in it. I also believe Vítor Pereira’s side have the tougher run-in, especially with a Europa League semi-final thrown into the mix.
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Sunderland won’t make it easy
Sunderland have plenty to play for as well.
They’re just three points off the European places after an excellent return to the Premier League, so they won’t be rolling over for anyone.
So yes—I’ll be tuned in tonight at 8pm, and there’s every chance I’ll be writing about what it means for West Ham afterwards.
You’ve been warned.
Yep I’m with you Gonzo
Well . . . I wish I wasn’t watching Martyn mate. Crikey, 4-0 up at half time
Yeh I will be watching . We need all the players to give it their all tomorrow. I feel Bowen has been a bit off it if he’s on form with his team mates we have a good chance . Brown is class when on form and back him to come good . COYI ⚒
Gonzo, it is all part of being aware and understanding all of the many permutations. Anyone who is claiming not to care what the other teams are doing are the ones that are saying Leeds and Forest are out of it. They are not! Close but not clear yet. You are spot on saying that Forest have a tough run in. Trying to gather all of the facts and then to try and draw comfort from it as a West Ham supporter is what this game is all about. You cannot possibly process all of the possibilities if you have not looked at the broader picture.
That’s what I’ve always thought Ray