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Manager wants review of transfer policy as Newcastle face his old club West Ham

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Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has respect for qualities of West Ham striker Andy Carroll

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All of a sudden, things are looking a lot more comfortable for West Ham. To go with their stadium move and new home, they now have a much more secure standing in the table. This fine win over West Bromwich moves them up to 11th. And, six points clear of the relegation zone, Sam Allardyce's side have surely made certain of safety.

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Joe Cole

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Baines and Anichebe add to Newcastle's growing misery

It is possible to sell very good footballers and emerge as a serious force in English football. That may be a crumb of comfort to Newcastle's supporters this morning. There are not many more. Everton continued their excellent season by climbing to fifth place in the Premier League. They will still believe the Champions League is possible.

The ball slams into the back of the net from Leighton Baines’ stunning free-kick
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