THE FANS’ VERDICTS

BARNABY SLATER (barnabyslater.com)

A small part of me wondered if we’d ever lose at the new stadium. I didn’t think we’d self-destruct. Fair play to West Ham in their cup final, they deserved it. But if I were a Hammers fan I’d ask why not show that desire every week? STAR MAN: TOBY ALDERWEIRELD

GRAEME HOWLETT (kumb.com)

Michail Antonio’s performance was worth the entrance fee alone. His goal wasn’t half bad either. Meanwhile, West Ham’s fans were left wondering why the team can’t produce results like this on a more consistent basis. STAR MAN: ISSA DIOP