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14 Jan

West Ham Boss Praises Mohammed Kudus

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West Ham United head coach Graham Potter has heaped praises on Ghana international Mohammed Kudus, highlighting his ability to create opportunities for the team. Speaking ahead of West Ham’s Premier League showdown against Fulham at the London Olympic Stadium, with kick-off set for 19:00 GMT, Potter emphasized Kudus’ versatility and attacking qualities. The former Chelsea and Brighton manager referenced Kudus’ performance in the recent FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa at Villa Park, acknowledging the need for adaptability in challenging circumstances. “Sometimes in these situations [with several absences in one position], you have to be creative,” Potter said. “You have…

10 Dec

Mohammed Kudus Assists West Ham’s Winning Goal In 2-1 Win Against Wolves

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Ghana international, Mohammed Kudus set up West Ham United’s winning goal in the game against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday, December 9, 2024. The talented forward started in the attack of his team on the night as the hammers aimed to get back to winning ways after back-to-back defeats. Operating on the flanks, Mohammed Kudus put up a very good performance that saw him playing a key role in his team’s hard-fought victory. In the game played at the London Olympic Stadium, West Ham United scored through Tomas Soucek in the 54th minute to take the lead after a goalless first…

03 Dec

Mohammed Kudus’ Return A Good News For Us – West Ham Boss Julen Lopetegui

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West Ham United manager, Julen Lopetegui has hailed the return of Mohammed Kudus to the team as a boost ahead of their upcoming fixtures. The 24-year-old is eligible to play again after completing a five-game suspension following a straight red card during West Ham’s 4-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur. His dismissal initially carried a three-match ban but was extended by an additional two games due to violent conduct, along with a hefty fine. Speaking ahead of West Ham’s clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on Tuesday night, Lopetegui expressed his satisfaction at Kudus’ return. While he stopped…

30 Sep

He Is Not A Team Player – West Ham Explains Mohammed Kudus Substitution Against Brentford

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West Ham United manager, Julen Lopetegui has said Mohammed Kudus is not fitting into the team’s dynamic following their early struggles in the 2024/25 Premier League season. Kudus started for the Hammers in their 1-1 draw against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Sunday. Bryan Mbeumo scored within the first minute, but Tomáš Souček levelled the game in the second half. Kudus was substituted at halftime, with Carlos Soler taking his place as West Ham trailed. In a post-match interview, Lopetegui explained that the decision to substitute Kudus was tactical, emphasizing the team’s improved cohesion after the change. “It…

13 Aug

West Ham Sign £15M Man Utd Defender Wan-Bissaka

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West Ham United have signed defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United for £15m. The 26-year-old has penned a seven-year deal with the Hammers. Wan-Bissaka left Crystal Palace for Manchester United in a £50m move in 2019 and scored two goals in 190 appearances for the Red Devils. The defender is West Ham’s seventh signing of the summer, joining Jean-Clair Todibo, Crysencio Summerville, Luis Guilherme, Niclas Fullkrug, Max Kilman and Guido Rodriguez in moving to London Stadium. “It was a no brainer for me to join West Ham – I’m excited and happy to be here,” said Wan-Bissaka. “I can’t wait…

07 Aug

European Qualification Is Our Goal Next Season – West Ham Star Mohammed Kudus

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West Ham United forward, Mohammed Kudus has emphasized that qualifying for Europe and competing for a top-six finish is their target. Following their participation in the Europa League last season, West Ham concluded the campaign in 9th place with 52 points. The team’s inconsistent performances ultimately led to the departure of manager David Moyes. Looking ahead, Kudus expressed the team’s determination to secure European qualification and strive for a top-six position. He also highlighted his personal commitment to contributing his skills to achieve these goals. “As a whole team, we could not qualify for Europe last season, so the goal…

26 Jul

West Ham Set To Sign Bayern Defender Mazraoui

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West Ham have agreed a fee with Bayern Munich for Moroccan full-back Noussair Mazraoui. Sources say if the deal goes through, the Hammers will play an initial €16m (£13.47m) for the 26-year-old, with a potential further €3.5m (£2.95m) in add-ons. Talks over personal terms are continuing for a player who has been linked with a number of clubs this summer, including Manchester United. Mazraoui was born in the Netherlands and joined Ajax as a youngster. He joined Bayern on a free transfer in 2022 and made 29 appearances for the Bundesliga giants in all competitions last season. Meanwhile, the Hammers…

09 Jul

Mohammed Kudus Arrives At West Ham United To Begin Pre-Season

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Ghana midfielder, Mohammed Kudus has rejoined West Ham United to kick off preparations for the 2024/25 Premier League season. The 23-year-old arrived in the UK on Monday and will now join his teammates for intensive pre-season training in Austria. West Ham announced Kudus’s return on their official social media platforms, sharing a picture of his arrival with the caption, “Starboy has returned from international duty 💫 Welcome back, Mo 🤝.” Starboy has returned from international duty 💫 Welcome back, Mo 👋 pic.twitter.com/xS1rXVf7zs — West Ham United (@WestHam) July 8, 2024 The Hammers have scheduled a week-long training camp in Austria, which will…

23 May

West Ham appoint Lopetegui As Moyes’ Replacement

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West Ham have appointed Julen Lopetegui as their new head coach. The 57-year-old Spaniard, who agreed a deal with the Hammers earlier this month, succeeds David Moyes and joins on a two-year deal, with the option for a third. Lopetegui has been out of a managerial role since he left Wolves in August. “I feel very happy, first of all, to be able to be part of the future of this big club,” he said. “We had other opportunities but I am very happy that West Ham chose me because I chose West Ham too, so we are really happy about this.”…

12 Feb

West Ham 0-6 Arsenal: ‘Massive’ Result Puts Arsenal ‘Right In Race’

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After beating Premier League leaders Liverpool and creating plenty of debate over their celebrations, it was important Arsenal backed it up with another win on Sunday against West Ham. They did just that in emphatic fashion. The ruthless Gunners put six goals without reply past a stunned Hammers that led to many of the home fans departing at half-time, and will no doubt have made their title rivals sit up and take notice. “This was a massive result,” former Arsenal forward Paul Merson said on Sky Sports. “If this was Manchester City we would be waxing lyrical. “Arsenal don’t get…