5-1 ARSENAL THUMPING: West Ham boss speaks of his humiliation

After Match Day 14 of the English Premier League, West Ham United boss, Slaven Bilic, has spoken of his humiliation after being spanked 5-1 at home to Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal on Saturday.

A hat-trick from Alexis Sanchez inspired the Gunners to the emphatic victory, plus one goal each from Mesut Ozil and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

“I am not looking for excuses. Yes we had injuries and mistakes, but we were not good enough,” Bilic told BT Sport.

“I feel disappointed. I feel humiliated and it’s my responsibility.

“I feel under pressure, I put the pressure on myself. I am not happy with the display. I don’t want to feel like this, so, of course, I am feeling pressure. But the pressure is not a problem. Things have to change. Quality is not enough,” Bilic added.

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“It was a big humiliation. I feel sorry for the fans and the club. We played some good games in this season and had some good moments today even at 0-0 and 1-0 down.

“But I have to be honest and say we don’t have the intensity and from the dedication comes the quality. We don’t have it the same as last season, even in training.

“We have it occasionally in games and that’s why we are so up and down. We are in a serious situation before this game which we don’t like. The players know that, but it’s not only about knowing, but sacrificing and dedication for the game,” he stated.

The result of Saturday’s tie leaves West Ham in 17th position in the Premier League and without a win in their last five outings. West Ham however will face the daunting task of travelling to Anfield next week for a clash with Liverpool FC.

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