In a thrilling encounter on Matchday 13 of the Premier League, Liverpool triumphed over West Ham United with a score of 2-0 at the Boleyn Ground. The match saw Liverpool take the lead early in the second half, thanks to a spectacular goal from Alexander Isak at the 59th minute. The icing on the cake came just a few minutes later when Cody Gakpo sealed the game with a second goal at the 62nd minute.
Alexander Isak’s goal ignited the excitement within the stadium. With a perfectly timed assist from Cody Gakpo, Isak found himself in the box, displaying his striking prowess as he fired the ball past goalkeeper Alphonse Areola.
Cody Gakpo emerged as the standout player on the pitch, contributing both offensively and defensively. He not only netted one goal, but he also made 17 successful passes, regained possession three times, and attempted two shots on goal.
Defensively, Ibrahima Konaté was crucial for Liverpool, winning three aerial duels and clearing the ball out of danger on three occasions, ensuring a solid defensive presence.
West Ham United’s manager, Nuno Simões Espírito Santo, set up his team in a 3-5-2 formation, featuring Alphonse Areola in goal; Soungoutou Magassa, Konstantinos Mavropanos, and Jean-Clair Todibo forming the defensive line; with Mateus Fernandes, Freddie Potts, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, El Hadji Malick Diouf, and Lucas Paquetá in midfield; and Jarrod Bowen alongside Callum Wilson in attack.
Liverpool, managed by Arne Slot, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, with Alisson guarding the net; Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, and Milos Kerkez in defence; Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Florian Wirtz, Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo controlling midfield; with Alexander Isak leading the offensive charge.
Darren England served as the referee for this matchup.
Looking ahead, West Ham will face Manchester United in their next fixture, while Liverpool prepares to host Sunderland at home.
Following this match, West Ham sits with 11 points, positioned 17th on the league table, whereas Liverpool moves up to 21 points, holding the 8th spot in the standings.
Substitutions for West Ham United
68’ – Soungoutou Magassa out for Luis Guilherme
77’ – Callum Wilson out for Niclas Füllkrug
87’ – Freddie Potts out for Tomás Soucek
Yellow Cards for West Ham United:
20’ – Soungoutou Magassa (Unsporting behavior)
37’ – Lucas Paquetá (Unsporting behavior)
Red Card for West Ham United:
38’ – Lucas Paquetá (Red for second yellow)
Substitutions for Liverpool
67’ – Alexander Isak out for Hugo Ekitike
74’ – Florian Wirtz out for Curtis Jones
85’ – Milos Kerkez out for Andrew Robertson