Hammers aim to thwart City

Moyes gives Edson Alvarez (right) a few pointers on the sidelines – the Mexican might a few more when they take on Man City today. — AFP

WEST Ham United have confounded their critics with an emboldened start to the new Premier League season.

They’re sitting in good company, tied for second place alongside three members of the Big Six – Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham. That is just one point off leaders and champions Manchester City.