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West Ham's search for a Premier League away win continues after Sunderland put the skids under the Irons' recent mini-revival.

A Jordan Henderson goal saw the Black Cats to a 1-0 win, pushing the Hammers back to the foot of the table on goal difference.

It had to happen eventually - West Ham have beaten a Premier League team at last this season.

Unfortunately for the Irons' league position the win came in the Carling Cup, but at least it's a step in the right direction after a dismal opening few weeks to the campaign.

West Ham had a taste of their own medicine when they surrendered a two goal lead and ultimately two precious points at the Stadium of Light.

The Hammers, who the previous week had come from two down at home to Arsenal, also saw midfielder Radoslav Kovac harshly sent off to compound their misery.

West Ham recorded a vital away win thanks to Valon Behrami's deflected first-half goal.

The Swiss midfielder scored his first for the Hammers as they overcame a below-par Sunderland 1-0 at the Stadium of Light.

West Ham make the long trip north to Sunderland on Sunday looking for their first Premier League win since September 27.

Since beating Fulham at Craven Cottage that day the Hammers have picked up just two points from a possible 21 and desperately need a win to give their season a lift-off.