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Garth Crooks singles out West Ham United left-back Aaron Cresswell for praises, sends warning to David Martin

West Ham United shocked Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, running out 1-0 winners to end a run of 13 games without victory at the ground.

Aaron Cresswell’s 48th-minute strike made all the difference, while the Hammers also have goalkeeper David Martin to thank.

The 33-year-old, signed as a training ground goalie during the summer, replaced Roberto in the line-up, and he put in an impressive shift on his Premier League debut.

It was West Ham’s first clean sheet since September 22nd and their first victory at Chelsea in 17 years.

The valuable win ensured Manuel Pellegrini’s side moved four points and four places clear of the relegation zone, and Martin is expected to remain in goal for Wednesday’s trip to Wolverhampton and until first-choice Lukas Fabianski returns to full fitness.