Lucas Paqueta and Michail Antonio share injury update West Ham United v Nottingham ForestDavid Moyes has shared an injury update on Lucas Paqueta and Michail Antonio ahead of West Ham’s game against Nottingham Forest on Saturday (February 17).Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Friday (16 February via Ben Dinnery), the Hammers boss confirmed the Brazil international is back on the pitch but the 26-year-old is not fit. to fight in the town square.He added that Antonio is back in the squad and the Irons will assess the 33-year-old forward’s fitness ahead of the match, while Kurt Zouma and Edson Alvarez have been cleared to play against Forest..
It’s certainly positive that Antonio looks set to make a comeback against his old team after being sidelined through injury for the past few months.Jarrod Bowen has done a decent job in the Jamaican international’s absence, but West Ham lack the leadership and presence to engage opposition defenders.It’s disappointing that Paqueta is still not fully fit, but it looks like the attacking midfielder is getting closer and shouldn’t be too far from a return.By David Moyes… #WHUFC #NFFCand#039;Lucas Paquetá is not fit for tomorrow. The head has been on the grass for a few days, but the head is still not ready. and#039;and #039; Michail Antonio is back. We will have to see exactly what he is like, but he is in the team..
Concerns have been raised about Alvarez, but he should now be with captain Zouma as we hope to bounce back from the embarrassing 6-0 11th minute defeat against Arsenal. FebruaryMoyes knows how important it is for his players to respond against Forest as it could play a major role in deciding where his future lies after this season.In other West Ham news, Chris Sutton and Robbie Savage clashed live as Hammers fans were criticized for their actions.For more West Ham news, follow us on Facebook or join our brand new WhatsApp channel for instant updates straight to your phone..
