Hartlepool United manager Chris Turner believes the timing of West Ham United's goals was the downfall of his side in their 2-0 FA Cup defeat.

Pools conceded twice on the stroke of half-time to lose control of the tie but Turner believes his players had much to be proud from their display.

"Two minutes and our world fell apart," he told BBC Tees.

"But the game was going to plan and we hadn't had a great deal of pressure, the attitude and spirit was excellent."

The club's run to the fourth round took in wins against Brighton, Fleetwood Town and Stoke City.

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