Five things West Ham fans are talking about on Sunday morning

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West Ham fans are in a much more positive mood on Sunday after their impressive victory over Southampton.

West Ham’s midweek woes were somewhat forgotten about by Sunday as they moved themselves into the top half of the Premier League with an impressive 3-1 victory over Southampton. But what are users of fan forums such as Knees Up Mother Brown and Hammers Chat talking about?

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The redemption of Mark Noble

Following the heavy defeat to Manchester City in midweek, several West Ham fans were urging Slaven Bilic to give Mark Noble a rest due to his recent struggles. However, he proved just how influential he could be with an excellent display against Southampton, and the fans acknowledged that fact.

Andy Carroll

West Ham United’s Andy Carroll scores their first goal

Another player earning a huge amount of praise on fans forums is Andy Carroll. The striker’s equaliser in the win on the south coast was his fourth goal in as many games and the supporters are delighted with his recent run. Understandably, given his problems with injuries, the fans are hopeful that he can now have some luck and avoid any problems.

Away form

While their record at home is very similar to their record away from home – they have won five and drawn two at home, while they have four victories and drawn two on the road – the fact that three of their last four wins have come away from the London Stadium has not gone unnoticed, especially given their latest result at their new home.

The January signings

West Ham United’s Jose Fonte in action

After difficult debuts in the defeat to Manchester City, both Jose Fonte and Robert Snodgrass impressed against the Saints. It was particularly sweet for the former given his connections to yesterday’s opponents, but the fans seem excited about what Snodgrass can achieve with the Irons.

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Picking out a man of the match

Unsurprisingly, supporters are finding it difficult to pick out a man of the match from the victory over Southampton. Pedro Obiang probably earns the most praise, but several names are being lauded following the victory. With two very winnable games ahead, fans will be hoping that they have a similar dilemma after those fixtures.