Mediawatch - 3 November

In the Guardian, Hammers boss Sam Allardyce says Stewart Downing's fine form will not have gone unnoticed by England's management.

The Times (£) carries a similar theme, with Downing himself saying he would love to be picked for his country again.

Stoke boss Mark Hughes tells Sky Sports he will speak to referee's chief Mike Riley about Alex Song's challenge in the build-up to West Ham's first goal on Saturday.

The Mail Online includes a story on Andy Carroll getting engaged to his long-term girlfriend Billi Mucklow at the weekend.

Meanwhile, London24 reports on Joint-Chairman David Gold's hopes that Winston Reid will be fit for Saturday's game against Aston Villa.

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