Moyes admits Mikey concern

David Moyes admits that Mikey Antonio was essentially dead on his feet in the final stages of the Hammers’ defeat to Leeds on Sunday.

The Hammers were beaten 3-2 at the London Stadium in a game that may have put a dent in the club’s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League.

Jack Harrison’s hat-trick was the deciding factor, despite goals from both Jarrod Bowen and Pablo Fornals.

Bowen could have scored a last-minute equaliser but somehow managed to chest the ball over the bar after Antonio’s cross was deflected into his path at the back post.

Mikey did lay on an assist earlier in the game but Moyes felt that he was knackered come the end of the 90 minutes.

However, due to a lack of general depth within the striking department, the boss admitted that there was simply no option to substitute him.

Speaking to reporters after the game, as per Football.London, he was asked if Mikey was tired and replied: “We noticed that as well. But it is difficult when you have to play. He is one of our key goalscorers. We were chasing the game from 15 minutes in and it was really difficult to change him. He was out on his legs after the game but again what can we do?”