Oxford defeat puts midfielders on danger list

West Ham’s bench will come under close examination from the boss ahead of the game against Bournemouth tomorrow( Sat).

The events of Wednesday night have left a bitter taste in his and the backroom team’s mouth after watching the performances of tried and tested squad members.

Whilst there wasn’t a decent performance from any Hammer, one or two  particularly disappointed – notably Robert Snodgrass and  Jack Wilshere, while Albian Ajeti – playing just his second game for the first team failed to impress.

With no other striker option available the Swiss international  may hold onto his place but the Scot – after failing to impress this season – may find himself rested.

Pellegrini was of course deeply disappointed at the performances of the team and will of course return to his strongest Xl for a match at Bournemouth which now becomes a real test of character for the squad.

A bubble of hope and optimism has been  burst during the events of the Oxford United game and the manager is determined that another defeat is simply unacceptable at this point.