West Ham travel to Leeds United on Saturday hoping for a big lift from their golden oldies.
Two years ago these sides met in Premiership action, with the Yorkshire side winning a bad-temeperd game 1-0.
But one of just two survivors from the Hammers team that day, Steve Lomas, is back in the side - and has given a huge boost to manager Alan Pardew.
"I can only speak as I find," said Pardew.
"In the time I've been here he's been dogged by injuries but when he comes back and he's focussed on his game he is a major asset to us.
"He has the leadership and fighting qualities every team needs, especially in this divsion.
"He doesn't suffer fools, and he doesn't suffer inaccuracy or inadequate play.
"He will voice that forcefully and that puts everyone on their toes."
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article