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Last updated: 12th April 2008
Collison and Campo clash at The Reebok
90 - Whistles: The home fans are desperate for the final whistle - and there it is. What a result for Megson's men. They've got real hope of beating the drop now but I just hope Davies' suspension is not too crucial. West Ham were pretty disappointing though and need to do more for their fans in the final weeks of the season. Thanks for joining me for commentary and don't forget we'll have reports and reaction shortly.
89 - United front: Long-term Hammers fan Kevin from Canada is disappointed by the fickle nature of some Irons supporters but you can't turn up half way through a game and hope to get points Kevin, especially with a team scrapping for their lives.
87 - Nervous: It's all West Ham now as they pile on the pressure but Wanderers continue to hold out. This will be a precious three points for Megson's men if they can hang on.
84 - Parker chance: Scott Parker gets in a snapshot but Al-Habsi saves to his left. The Hammers could still snatch this you know in spite of the lack on confidence voiced by Rachael and Mark from Poland.
80 - Clueless Curbs? Patrick, James and Georgie are all bemoaning their manager, questioning his selections. They've certainly looked brighter this half though as Bolton have shrunk into their shells.
76 - On the charge: Davies tries to get behind the visitors' defence but is held off by Spector. The Bolton midfield are hardly rushing ot get with him though - looks like they're settling for 1-0
73 - Bilic in: James is running out of patience with Curbs' 'injury-prone buys'. He wants former favourite Bilic to get the job.
Sear-ing pace: Bad pun I know but Sears looks dangerous and has certainly pepped up the Hammers' attack. What do you think of him Irons fans? Use the feedback button or email chris.harvey@bskyb.com
68 - 1-0 to Bolton: Kevin's been on saying the best he could hope for was a single goal success for the home side. Well they're good value for it Kevin.
67 - Booked: It had to happen sooner or later but Davies is finally shown the yellow card. He goes in hard on Paintsill. It's his 10th caution of the season so he'll miss Bolton's next two games - and he could be a crucial miss for Megson's men in the run-in.
64 - Final change: Andy gets his wish and Sears is on as the visitors look to get something from the game.
63 - OFFSIDE AGAIN! Bolton have the ball in the net again. This time it's skipper Nolan who is denied by the linesman's flag after he reacts when Green parries Diouf's effort. Again it was marginal but this time I think the official could have got it right.
60 - Unimpressed: Hammers fan Mark does not like what he's hearing about his beloved side. He reckons Curbs could be under pressure and looking for a new job before long. He's not had much luck with injuries though Mark to be fair.
Substitution: Sorry should have told you earlier but Carlton Cole is on for the visitors, replacing young Collison. This could be a sign of more attacking intent from Curbishley's men.
57 - Headed over: Davies gets on the end of Diouf's corner but can't keep his effort down there. Is there a bigger handful for defenders in the Premier League? Let me know: chris.harvey@bskyb.com
56 - Backpeddaling: Paintsil does well to clear the danger from Diouf.
53 - Double save: After looking impotent going forward, The Irons have two chances in a matter of moments. First Boa Morte (remember him!) gets in a shot which is blocked by Cahill's legs then Ashton tries a spectacular overhead kick. He makes great contact but the effort is brilliantly tipped over by Al-Habsi. Must be a candidate for save of the day.
51 - Back on: Davies returns with his hand bandaged. Bet the Hammers' defence are glad about that!!!
50 - Fans puzzled: The visiting fans are not happy. Where's Freddie Sears says Andy. He couldn't do any worse than Zamora that's for sure.
49 - Davies hurt: The striker has dislocated a finer and goes off for treatment. He'll be back on though and boy do Bolton need him.
47 - Fearing the worst: Trevor thinks things look bad for the Hammers. I have to say I agree Trevor - they've looked second best in all departments today. PLayers such as Boa Morte and Zamora have been anonymous.
46 - GOAL!!! We didn't have to wait very long. Davies gets in a header which is well saved by Green at the expense of a corner. From the flag-kick Nolan swings it to the near post, it's fumbled by Green low down and Davies strikes from close range to put the hosts ahead and I must say it's well deserved
We're back: Let's hope we see a goal this half.
HALF-TIME: Well it's been all Bolton this half and I'm astounded they're not ahead. I'm going for a cuppa - but let me have your thoughts on the first half chris.harvey@bskyb.com is the email. I'll be back in 15 minutes.
45 - Ticking off: Referee Walton has words with Davies. Could be talking himself into a booking methinks.
44 - Penalised: Davies concedes a free-kick but he's been immense this half and has caused mayhem for the Hammers' denence. He's still unhappy about the disallowed goal.
40 - Devastated: Amy's been on; she's logged on at work and will be devastated if Bolton go down. With decisions like that, Amy, I'm afraid things could be conspiring against you.
DISALLOWED: Diouf thinks he's given Bolton the lead. He gets on the end of a flick from Campo's free-kick and turns it in from a yard out. Unfortunately for the home side the linesman's flag is up and the goal is ruled out. Looked a tight call that one.
38 - Cap fits: The sun's out at the Reebok now and Green's decided to don a cap to keep it out of his eyes.
35 - Collison in action: The youngster makes a nuisance of himself in the Bolton box but is penalised for a foul. Stuart Pearce is in the crowd - but I'm afraid Collison's Welsh Stu! Ashton, who has been quiet, tries a shot but it's straight at the keeper. Ashton for England? Anyone think he's worthy of a call-up? Let me know: chris.harvey@bskyb.com
32 - Easy save: It's still all Bolton pressure but Andy O'Brien's header is easily stopped by Green.
31 - International fans: Matt's mailed in from Poland fearing the worst while Roberto wonders why there's no Nobby Solano for West Ham today. You'll have to ask Curbs that one Roberto!
29 - Good turn: Davies shows good strength and shoots from 20 yards but his effort is deflected behind by Upson who's moving more freely now. From the corner, Davies again heads goalbound but his effort is cleared off the line by Parker. Davies is causing mayhem.
Going down? Blake thinks the Hammers are going to send Bolton down today but they're showing few signs so far. Meanwhile Alan and Joe agree Bolton should make Campo the boss - to bring in some cool new hairstyles!!
25 - Dropped: Green fumbles under pressure from Davies but the Hammers scramble the ball clear.
24 - Easy take: Poor marking allows Parker to get free down the right but his cross is plucked out of the air by Al-Habsi.
22 - Attack Attack! Richard hopes Bolton will continue pressing and go all out for the win. They've certainly looked the brighter and Taylor sees his shot blocked by McCartney.
20 - Wasted: Campo gets the bird from the crowd after failing to find a Bolton man with a free-kick.
18 - Campo for manager: A left-field shout from David who thinks Campo should succeed Megson as Bolton boss. Do you think Megson's the man to keep the Trotters up? Chris Brown has no such worries and believes Bolton will be playing Premier League football for years to come. Hope you're right Chris.
17 - Campo moan: The former Real Madrid man goes down in a heap under challenge from Spector but referee Peter Walton just gives a throw in. Get up man - that was a fair challenge!
15 - Chance: Taylor sets up Samuel who shoots from the edge of the area but his effort lacks power and it's easy for Robert Green.
12 - Pressure: The home crowd, surprisingly sparse in numbers, are pleased with the endeavour shown by their side. What do you think Bolton fans? Can you avoid the drop. Email me - chris.harvey@bskyb.com
9 - First chance for Hammers: Mullins puts in a corner low but Dean Ashton scuffs his shot wide of the post. Nice little corner routine though.
8 - Free-kick: George McCartney fouls Diouf and Nolan swings in a teaser which is dealt with by the visitors' defence. Samantha is concerned about Ferdninand. It looks like a hamstring problem to me, Sam and to make it worse Upson seems to be limping slightly.
6 - Off the line: Kevin Davies causes problems in the West Ham box and a looping header is cleared off the line by Jonathan Spector. Bolton claim the ball was over the line but I don't think so. Great defending by Spector there but could be a sign of things to come from the hosts.
5 - Foul on keeper: Upson fouls Ali Al-Habsi in the Bolton goal as the ball is floated in.
3 - Corner cleared: After the early disrupton, the visitors clear their lines.
2 - Ferdinand off: Incredibly Alan Curbishley is forced to make an immediaite change as the central defender goes off with John Paintsil coming on.
1 - First corner: Anton Ferdinand blocks El Dadji Diouf's cross and concedes a corner. He doesn't look happy though and is holding his hamstring. Could me more injury woe for the Hammers.
Kick-off They're underway with West Ham kicking off the action. Mehran's mailed from Pakistan who thinks Bolton could sneak it 2-1 with Nolan getting the winner. Home fans will be hoping you're right.
Tip for the top: Dave has been on to tell me a little about Jack Collison. He says he's a Welsh Under-21 international and looks a good prospect. Let's hope you're right Dave.
First prediction: Samantha has mailed in to wish her beloved Hammers all the best and is tipping them for a return to form. Anyone else have any thoughts? Email me - chris.harvey@bskyb.com
Hammers line-up: Matthew Upson returns for the visitors while Jack Collison makes his first senior start. Must confess I know nothing about the youngster - anyone out there care to share their thoughts on whether he's one for the future? Full line-up: Green, Spector, Upson, Ferdinand, McCartney, Parker, Collison, Mullins, Ashton, Zamora, Boa Morte. Subs: Walker, Cole, Pantsil, Tomkins, Sears.
Captain back: Kevin Nolan is back from suspension. Will he make the difference for the Trotters today? Jlloyd Samuel and Ivan Campo are also back. Full line-up: Al Habsi, Steinsson, Andrew O'Brien, Cahill, Samuel, Campo, Nolan, McCann, Taylor, Davies, Diouf. Subs: Walker, Giannakopoulos, Teymourian, Cohen, Rasiak.
Team news: We'll bring you details of the line-ups as soon as we get them and don't forget you can email me throughout with your thoughts on the game at chris.harvey@bskyb.com or by clicking the Feedback button on the Score Centre.
Welcome: Thanks-you for joining me for live commentary on Bolton's vital clash with West Ham United. It's an old cliche but it's a must-win game for Gary Megson's men in their fight to avoid relegation from the Premier League. With games running out fast they need all three points today.
| Cards | Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Ali Al Habsi | 8 | |
| Andy O'Brien | 7 | |
| Jlloyd Samuel | 6 | |
| Gretar Rafn Steinsson | 6 | |
| Gary Cahill | 6 | |
| Matthew Taylor | 7 | |
| Ivan Campo | 6 | |
| Gavin McCann | 5 | |
| Kevin Nolan | 7 | |
| Kevin Davies |
|
9 |
| El-Hadji Diouf | 8 | |
| Substitutes | ||
| Ian Walker | ||
| Stelios Giannakopoulos | ||
| Tamir Cohen | ||
| Andranik Teymourian | ||
| Grzegorz Rasiak | ||
| Cards | Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Green | 5 | |
| Matthew Upson | 6 | |
| George McCartney | 5 | |
| Anton Ferdinand | 5 | |
| Jonathan Spector | 6 | |
| Hayden Mullins | 5 | |
| Luis Boa Morte | 5 | |
| Scott Parker | 7 | |
| Jack Collison | 6 | |
| Bobby Zamora | 5 | |
| Dean Ashton | 7 | |
| Substitutes | ||
| Jimmy Walker | ||
| John Pantsil * |
|
6 |
| James Tomkins | ||
| Carlton Cole ** | 6 | |
| Freddie Sears *** | 7 | |
| Time | Fixture |
|---|---|
| Sunday 12th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| 13:30 | Wolverhampton vs West Brom |
| 16:00 | Aston Villa vs Man City |
| Saturday 25th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| 15:00 | Chelsea vs Bolton |
| 15:00 | Newcastle vs Wolverhampton |
| 15:00 | QPR vs Fulham |
| 15:00 | West Brom vs Sunderland |
| 15:00 | Wigan vs Aston Villa |
| 17:30 | Man City vs Blackburn |
| Sunday 26th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| 13:30 | Arsenal vs Tottenham |
| 13:30 | Norwich vs Man Utd |
| 15:00 | Stoke vs Swansea |
| Saturday 3rd March | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| 12:45 | Liverpool vs Arsenal |
| 15:00 | Blackburn vs Aston Villa |
| 15:00 | Man City vs Bolton |
| 15:00 | QPR vs Everton |
| 15:00 | Stoke vs Norwich |
| 15:00 | West Brom vs Chelsea |
| 15:00 | Wigan vs Swansea |
| Sunday 4th March | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| 12:00 | Newcastle vs Sunderland |
| 14:05 | Fulham vs Wolverhampton |
| Time | Result |
|---|---|
| Saturday 11th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| Man Utd 2 - 1 Liverpool | |
| Sunderland 1 - 2 Arsenal | |
| Bolton 1 - 2 Wigan | |
| Swansea 2 - 3 Norwich | |
| Everton 2 - 0 Chelsea | |
| Blackburn 3 - 2 QPR | |
| Fulham 2 - 1 Stoke | |
| Tottenham 5 - 0 Newcastle | |
| Monday 6th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| Liverpool 0 - 0 Tottenham | |
| Sunday 5th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| Newcastle 2 - 1 Aston Villa | |
| Chelsea 3 - 3 Man Utd | |
| Saturday 4th February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| Arsenal 7 - 1 Blackburn | |
| West Brom 1 - 2 Swansea | |
| QPR 1 - 2 Wolverhampton | |
| Norwich 2 - 0 Bolton | |
| Stoke 0 - 1 Sunderland | |
| Wigan 1 - 1 Everton | |
| Man City 3 - 0 Fulham | |
| Wednesday 1st February | |
| Barclays Premier League | |
| Aston Villa 2 - 2 QPR | |
| Fulham 1 - 1 West Brom | |
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester United | 25 | 58 |
| 2 | Manchester City | 24 | 57 |
| 3 | Tottenham Hotspur | 25 | 53 |
| 4 | Arsenal | 25 | 43 |
| 5 | Chelsea | 25 | 43 |
| 6 | Newcastle United | 25 | 42 |
| 7 | Liverpool | 25 | 39 |
| 8 | Norwich City | 25 | 35 |
| 9 | Sunderland | 25 | 33 |
| 10 | Everton | 25 | 33 |
| 11 | Swansea City | 25 | 30 |
| 12 | Fulham | 25 | 30 |
| 13 | Stoke City | 25 | 30 |
| 14 | Aston Villa | 24 | 28 |
| 15 | West Bromwich Albion | 24 | 26 |
| 16 | Queens Park Rangers | 25 | 21 |
| 17 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | 24 | 21 |
| 18 | Blackburn Rovers | 25 | 21 |
| 19 | Bolton Wanderers | 25 | 20 |
| 20 | Wigan Athletic | 25 | 19 |
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