In a one-sided affair at the London Stadium, West Ham United were thrashed by Liverpool, who emerged victorious with a 5-0 scoreline. The Reds’ dominant performance left David Moyes’ side helpless, as they struggled to cope with Liverpool’s attacking intensity.
First Half: Liverpool Take Command Early
Liverpool quickly asserted their control, taking a 3-0 lead by halftime. The opener came just after 30 minutes when Luis Díaz slotted home from the center of the box, capitalizing on a pass from Curtis Jones. Minutes later, Cody Gakpo doubled Liverpool’s advantage, converting a chance from close range, again assisted by Mohamed Salah. Salah himself got on the scoresheet just before halftime, curling a left-footed shot past Alphonse Areola from inside the box to make it 3-0.
West Ham had some opportunities to respond but couldn’t convert. Mohammed Kudus hit the post with a long-range effort, highlighting their frustration in front of goal.
Second Half: Liverpool Extend Their Lead Further
The second half began much like the first, with Liverpool continuing to dominate possession and attacking intent. Diogo Jota extended Liverpool’s lead with a close-range finish in the 84th minute, completing a swift counter-attack led by Mohamed Salah.
Trent Alexander-Arnold capped off Liverpool’s rout with a stunning right-footed strike from outside the box, making it 4-0 in the 54th minute. Jota scored again late on, rounding off a 5-0 thrashing for the Hammers.
West Ham struggled to mount any meaningful resistance, and even substitutions such as Niclas Füllkrug and Crysencio Summerville failed to make a significant impact. Liverpool’s defensive setup, led by Virgil van Dijk, remained solid, keeping the hosts at bay.
Injury Concerns
The match was briefly halted on several occasions due to injuries. Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister and West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville both required treatment, disrupting the flow of the game.
West Ham United’s heavy defeat further compounds their struggles this season, leaving manager David Moyes under pressure as they languish near the bottom of the Premier League table. Meanwhile, Liverpool continue their fine form, closing the gap on the top spots, with a dominant display signaling their title ambitions.
