A fixture that might send shivers of apprehension down Steve McClaren’s spine,with memories of his England team subsiding against Slaven Bilics Croatia back in 2007 flooding back. Heaven forbid it rains on Monday night. “But I had sympathy for Steve because I know how it works,” said Bilic. “That wasn’t just a normal game, or but he has recovered really well.” His Newcastle await a first win since his return to the Premier League though West Ham’s unpredictability,without a domestic point to date under Bilic, may work in their favour. Just to add to the intrigue, and the hosts may have Andy Carroll back in the squad after injury. Dominic FifieldKick-off Monday 8pm Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com