The magic of the FA Cup was nearly on full display on Saturday but Declan Rice broke Kidderminster Harriers hearts with a wonderful injury time goal to send the game to extra time.
Rice started on the bench but was brought on to change the game, and that is what he did, driving the Hammers forward and ultimately into the fifth round as Jarrod Bowen netted a late winner in extra time.
It is a performance that is only likely to intensify the interest in him, with Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City all reported to want the England international.