Why the long face, Andy?

Andy Carroll pulled his hamstring mid-gallop last weekend during West Ham's game with Fulham, and looks to be out of action for up to six weeks, although doctors have announced that the striker is in a stable condition.

The Hammers have had a 'mare concerning the Geordie striker, coughing up an estimated £1m to secure his services for the season, only for Carroll to get injured on his debut. 

The Injury is set to cost West Ham almost £740,000, unless the forward can make a speedy recovery. 

However, fans of the London club are said to be delighted that the not-so-Italian Stallion is unable to play, as manager Sam Allardyce will have to refrain from forcing his team to hoof the ball up-field.

The West Ham medical team are reported to have given him a sugar cube in an attempt to make him better. 

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