West Ham have one problem. They can only put 11 players on the field at any one time. It's a surprising leveller.

Plus, of course, the 5 sub rule (never thought that could actually work to our advantage did you?)
Tbf Chilco, it has actually cramped our style too, hence the calculated gamble of no Bart as proper backup goalie.
I know, I was being ironic. It's just that with all WHU's riches, particularly in the striker department, there is no way they can play even half of them in any game. I agree it's affected us as well, especially not being able to give any of the youngsters a bit of big match experience, but I think it's affected the Hammers more.
Yeah, they simply have too many players of a similar level, that is, they are not quite good enough to, as yet, sustain them as Championship leaders. It may turn out to be different, but it's by no means sure.
My opinion of Saints players is that they are, by and large, playing out of their skins, individually and as a team, week after week. I believe this is due to the good habits and principles that Nigel has driven into them, and should last them until the end of their careers. They have simply become better players because of it. And I think there is much more to come from them too.
Never a truer word! Pardew was good at getting the best out of people, and is probably doing the same at Newcastle (like you SS I take little notice of other clubs) but Adkins is a genius. He clearly nurtures players, and they seem ready to run through walls for him. It's bloody great news for us.
We really are your favourite topic of discussion aren't we!