Hyypia expecting tough test

Last updated : 26 August 2006 By Al Campbell
Liverpool host West Ham at Anfield later today and Sami Hyypia believes it will be a tough test for the Reds as the Hammers are an even better side than they were in the FA Cup final.

"I don't know whether I should remember that final affection. If you can call conceding three goals and then me missing a penalty in the shoot-out as good memories, then so be it," said the Finn.

"But seriously, it was a great day and a great final to play in. West Ham did very well, particularly as they had only just got back into the top flight.

"And they have strengthened well in the summer with a few good new players, they will be tough again, it certainly will not be an easy game for us."