Tony Gale reacts to Kurt Zouma injury blow for West Ham v Brentford
Tony Gale suggests West Ham have received a massive blow with Kurt Zouma picking up an injury in the first half at Brentford.
The French defender was taken off during the Premier League clash against the Bees on Sunday.
Zouma looked like twisted his ankle and was in great pain. He was replaced by Issa Diop.
Gale said on Premier League Tv Productions (10 April): “This is a blow for West Ham. Not just for this match, I’m just thinking a little bit ahead.
“He’s been in good form in the Europa League. The boy takes some replacing, Zouma has been in terrific form.”
Blow
This is a huge blow for the Hammers.
Zouma looked in great pain and David Moyes did the right thing by taking him off. It remains to be seen now whether he would be fit for the game against Lyon in the second leg.
If the Hammers lose him for that game, it would be a massive blow. They need to win in France after drawing 1-1 at home.
Zouma has been one of the most consistent players for the club this season. He has received strong criticism for his ridiculous action off the pitch, and has been booed by fans everywhere he went.
However, he kept on performing for his side, especially after returning from a long injury lay-off.
Moyes will be hoping that his injury is not too serious and that he can come back shortly.
The Hammers have struggled to create enough clear-cut opportunities in the first half, and a much-improved performance is needed after the break.
In other West Ham United news, Yaya Toure has said he would be open to helping this Irons star improve to the next level.
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