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West Ham’s new-found defensive solidity bodes well in struggle against the drop
- West Ham earned a 1-1 draw against Manchester City, highlighting strengthened defense led by Mavropanos, Todibo, and Disasi.
- Nuno Espirito Santo praised the display, calling it heroic yet urging continued hard work across eight remaining games.
- The draw temporarily kept West Ham in the relegation zone, though they held on against a City side that pressed late.
- Mavropanos headed in an equaliser from Jarrod Bowen’s corner, contributing to the defensive resilience.
- Todibo and Mavropanos have revived West Ham’s defense since Axel Disasi’s arrival.
- Goalkeeper Mads Hermansen credited strong work in duels and a compact defensive approach.
- West Ham’s improvement has coincided with a build-up of confidence since January’s FA Cup win over QPR.
- Hermansen warns against history repeating itself as West Ham fight to stay clear of relegation danger.
- Crysencio Summerville was absent through a calf injury but hoped to return for the Villa game.
- City registered more shots and attempts than in a previous meeting, but West Ham limited clear chances.
- Nuno Espirito Santo prepared the side at Rush Green, maintaining a positive atmosphere for the next league fixture.
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