Nigel Adkins is keen to continue promoting 'the Southampton way' despite acknowledging the need to start picking up Premier League results.
Very effective
On Saturday's opponents, he added: "It was a great for both football clubs to get back to the Barclays Premier League.
"We went up via different avenues last season, but it was great that we both did it.
"They've had a great start to the campaign and are in the top ten at this moment in time. They're very effective in how they play.
"I've got a lot of respect for [Hammers boss] Sam Allardyce and what he's done in football.
"I've loved listening to him over the years when I've gone on coaching courses and he's presented because he's full of knowledge that you can pick up."
