West Ham showcased their football prowess with an impressive 3-0 triumph over Wolves, as summer signing Mohammed Kudus stole the spotlight with a first-half brace. The victory marked West Ham’s seventh win in nine matches, solidifying their standing as a formidable force under the stewardship of manager David Moyes.
Mohammed Kudus, who had previously demonstrated his goal-scoring prowess against Freiburg in the Europa League, continued his stellar form by netting his third and fourth goals in the last five matches.
The first-half dominance by West Ham was indicative of their resurgence following a rare setback against Fulham.
Manager David Moyes opted for minimal changes from their midweek victory, maintaining the team’s winning momentum. The absence of their number one goalkeeper, Jose Sa, due to a shoulder injury, saw backup goalkeeper Dan Bentley stepping up to the challenge.
From the early stages, West Ham asserted their dominance, with Bentley making a crucial save from a Jarrod Bowen delivery. The home side continued their offensive onslaught, and it was Kudus who broke the deadlock in the 25th minute.
After a swift counter-attack, Kudus showcased his skill by cutting inside and unleashing a powerful left-footed strike from 25 yards.
The relentless pressure continued, leading to West Ham’s second goal in the 32nd minute. A perfectly executed through-ball by Lucas Paqueta, following a Kurt Zouma interception, set up Kudus for another clinical finish with his right foot.
Despite Wolves’ attempts to stage a comeback, including a disallowed goal by Pablo Sarabia due to offside, West Ham remained resolute in defense.
The victory was sealed in the 74th minute when Jarrod Bowen added his name to the scoresheet, capping off a comprehensive performance by the home side.
West Ham’s convincing win not only highlighted the individual brilliance of Mohammed Kudus but also showcased the team’s cohesive and attacking style of play.
As they continue their impressive run, West Ham’s supporters eagerly anticipate further success under the dynamic leadership of David Moyes.
