A 66th-minute winner from Michail Antonio secured three points for West Ham United against West Bromwich. As a result, the London side is above Chelsea on the table, and West Bromwich struggles in the relegation zone. Moreover, this was the second winner in the last 4 days from West Ham’s Michail Antonio.
Sam Allardyce’s West Bromwich picked three crucial points at the weekend but failed to get any point this time. However, their performance was quite decent as Matheus Pereira scored his fourth goal in the last three games.
The Hammers started the first half with confidence and positive intent on the field. In the final moments of the first half, Jarred Bowen chested the Coufal’s cross and delivered a clinical finish for his side. As for the Baggies, their high press almost resulted in a goal but West Ham’s goalkeeper Fabianski was aware of the situation.
Sam Allardyce’s team continued their high press in the second half as well. As a result, in the 51st minute, Matheus Pereira showed his quality and scored a goal for his side. Chelsea loanee midfielder, Conor Gallagher stood ahead of Pereira and kept the West Ham’s defence in two minds.
In 66th minute, Michail Antonio broke the West Brom’s hopes for one point with a header into the bottom corner. The 30-year old forwards again proved himself as the winner for David Moyes’ team. Darnell Furlong had a decent chance in the dying minutes of the match of securing one point for the Baggies, but his effort was wide away from the near post.
David Moyes and Sam Allardyce’s thoughts
Former Manchester United and currently West Ham United’s manager David Moyes started the interview by saying that it wasn’t their best performance. However, he mentioned that he’s not disappointed and wants his side to compete at the top end now.
Sam Allardyce praised the efforts made by his players but added that they lacked concentration. He added that players have to remain concentrated in the final moments of both first and second half. He ended the interview by saying that there was pressure on them today, but unfortunately, they flattered.