Jaw-dropping European win
West Ham the better side in victory over Arsenal
West Ham v Arsenal
Johnny Sexton appointed as an assistant coach
WEST HAM deserved victory in this hard-fought London derby, battling Arsenal to a standstill by the end.
The home side were constantly harrying their north London opponents, never allowing them the time to settle and build their fluid game from the back.
The first half saw both sides create chances but neither provide the finishing touch.
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