Injury problems for West Ham

Last updated : 02 May 2006 By Al Campbell
West Ham won 1-0 at West Brom last night but the victory came at a cost with Matthew Ethreington pulling out just before kick off after feeling a twinge in his abductor muscle and Dean Ashton having to be subsituted after picking up a hamstring injury.

"We're having a bad run at the wrong time. My guys are picking up too many knocks. Anton Ferdinand [back] and James Collins [groin] didn't even travel to West Bromwich and, while they should be okay for the final, they're both doubtful for the Spurs game," said West Ham manager Alan Pardew.
 
"Yossi Benayoun picked up a groin strain in training and we'll have to see how he is and now, of course, we've got to add Matthew Etherington and Dean Ashton to the list."