LVG: Points before a party

Louis van Gaal wants West Ham to enjoy their Boleyn Ground farewell on Tuesday but remains ruthless in his desire for a vital Manchester United victory.

The Hammers host Man United, live on Sky Sports, in their final home game before making the move to the Olympic Stadium next season and emotions are bound to be high among the Boleyn faithful.

But the game is just as important for Van Gaal’s side, who know they can move ahead of rivals Manchester City into fourth place with victory in the East End of London.

That would leave them needing only to beat Bournemouth on the final day of the Premier League season to ensure Champions League football for themselves and a place in the Europa League for City.

Man United have already spoiled one big Boleyn Ground night for West Ham when they knocked them out of the FA Cup in a sixth-round replay last month.

Asked if United can use the emotion of the night against West Ham, Van Gaal said: “Yes it is a big night. …

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