West Ham legend Alvin Martin insists they're capable of winning the FA Cup this season.
Martin was at the heart of the West Ham defence in 1980 when they won the FA Cup by beating Arsenal 1-0 at Wembley with a goal from Trevor Brooking. 42 years on and that remains the club's last major trophy.
Ahead of the Irons trip to Kidderminster Harriers, Martin told the London Evening Standard: "I think it is as good as any side I played in.
"The 1981 side is the one I say when I'm asked to pick [the best] one. 1986 was fantastic when we finished third, that was brilliant.
"This side now compares absolutely to both of those. The individuals within the team - there are some good ones, but Declan Rice sums up West Ham at the moment. The calibre of club being linked with Declan [says it all].
"His performance level has been up there week in and week out. His consistency is astonishing."
On the FA Cup, Martin added: "It is so important, the support and size of the club, it is ridiculous that a trophy has not been put on the table since 1980, for a club of our stature that is not acceptable. "
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