Silver Lining for Gallant Hammers After Epic Battle

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FULFILLING the role of gallant losers in one of the most memorable FA Cup Finals is scant consolation today to the legions of West Ham fans who know their team came within seconds of beating Liverpool and securing a major trophy for the first time in 26 years.

But for the intervention of Steven Gerrard, with his demonstration of true footballing greatness, the FA Cup would have been nestling once more in the Upton Park trophy cabinet which hasn't seen the glint of silverware since the days of John Lyall.

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Silver Lining for Gallant Hammers After Epic Battle

The fact that Liverpool, in the end, emerged triumphant in the penalty shootout after a spectacular 3-3 draw significantly diminishes the value of their triumph in my opinion. But it does little to ea...

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