Carroll hails super show

Andy Carroll felt West Ham gave the perfect response to Dimitri Payet’s walkout by thumping Crystal Palace 3-0 without him.

“We have answered a few of the critics, 100 per cent,” said Carroll, who hit a memorable goal.

“With everything that has been going on during the week and everyone talking it’s been tough, especially as the lads are close to one another.

“To put all that behind us and work as a team has been fantastic.

“We stuck together and everyone is hungry and dedicated – and it showed.”