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'One big result could change so much... we do have everything to play for'

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One big result against Bournemouth could change so much for West Ham, because we have the opportunity to climb out of the relegation zone.

Nottingham Forest are three points above us and we're four behind on goal difference, so there is absolutely everything to play for.

If results go our way - a few teams around us drop points and we manage to get the win - we could climb out of the drop zone and this is the first time we've had an opportunity like this in a very long time. But, on top of that, we are looking more convincing as a side.

If we can get out of the drop zone, we've then got Spurs, Leeds, Brighton and Crystal Palace all well within reach, so this really could be a huge turning point. We've had a lot of opportunities we've missed or not really capitalised on, but this is one we really need to take.

When you look at the turnaround we've managed, it is remarkable. We've gone from a team that's very far adrift, with zero idea of how we're going to climb out of trouble, to now looking at a side that just drew 1-1 with Manchester United. We would have taken a draw before that game, and obviously it's disappointing to drop points so late, but nonetheless, our attacks that we're piecing together look so much more convincing.

We still have a lot of work to do in terms of defence, but we're not conceding quite as many goals and we're finding ways to get those wins. That's what we've needed to do so desperately to give fans hope, to give players confidence, and to just give us that belief we can make something happen this season still.

We're now in a position where we do have everything to play for. We're going to have to see how we do against Bournemouth, but I'm feeling positive - as a lot more fans are now - that we can actually get out of the drop zone.

If we can, that third spot for relegation is up for grabs and we're hoping it's not got West Ham's name on it.

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