article_snippet.sent: The Hammers started the season strongly and looked a good bet for European qualification around Christmas before European qualification around Christmas form fell away, with a mid-table finish now all-but certain.
article_snippet.sent: The Hammers have won once in The Hammers last 10 league matches and drew 1-1 against Stoke in The Hammers last match .
article_snippet.sent: Where do the English teams stand?
article_snippet.sent: Qualification via Fair Play would see The Hammers enter the competition at the first qualifying round, playing The Hammers first game on July 2 and competing in up to six games before the Premier League season even starts.