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3 team changes West Ham need to make after narrow Swansea victory

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Pedro Obiang

The Spanish midfielder has been absent since the goalless draw with West Brom but his starring performance in the victory against Huddersfield showed his importance to the side- and it was that sort of midfield presence that was missed so much on Saturday.

His defensive contribution means that the more attacking midfielders within West Ham’s side can push forward into creative areas and have more of a say in the final third, whilst also ensuring that the defensive line would not be jeopardised.

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