West Ham's hopes of climbing the Premier League table suffered a setback as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Bournemouth at the London Stadium. The result leaves the Hammers in third-bottom position, missing a crucial opportunity to pressure teams above them in the relegation battle.

The stalemate came as a disappointment for West Ham, who were looking to build momentum after recent performances. Bournemouth, fighting their own battle against relegation, showed defensive resilience to secure a valuable away point. The match highlighted West Ham's struggles in front of goal, with the home side failing to convert their chances despite enjoying significant possession.

This result extends West Ham's winless run and increases the pressure on the squad as they approach the business end of the season. With the gap to safety remaining narrow, every dropped point could prove costly in their fight to avoid relegation. The draw serves as a reminder of the fine margins at the bottom of the table, where teams are separated by just a handful of points.