Managers always say the Premier League is their bread and butter but David Moyes may be forced to go against that for West Ham’s next game.
West Ham’s frustrating 1-0 defeat in the Europa League first leg at Freiburg has created a quandary.
David Moyes has West Ham in seventh at the time of writing. And the Hammers have a realistic shot at finishing in the Premier League top six.
West Ham could and should have one foot in the quarter-finals right now.
Hammers have painted themselves into a corner
But profligate finishing and the manager seemingly reverting to the passive approach which drives Hammers fans mad have left the tie in the balance.
West Ham must win by two goals to avoid extra-time and penalties at the London Stadium.
And they’ve gifted the Germans have something to defend.
West Ham will need all of their best players fit, fresh and firing for the second leg.
So some rather drastic action might be needed from the manager for Sunday’s game against the Premier League’s whipping boys.
West Ham boss to make sweeping changes for Burnley
Moyes is likely to make as many as 7 West Ham changes for the Premier League clash with Burnley.
No disrespect to the Clarets but if there’s one game West Ham might be able to afford to rest players it is this one.
