West Ham United’s thrilling comeback win against Chelsea was marred by a disputed second goal that ultimately led to the Hammers’ downfall. The London club trailed 1-0 at halftime but managed to score three goals, including an own-goal by Kyle Wan-Bissaka, to level the match.
Manager Graham Potter praised his team’s spirit and performance, saying they gave everything despite coming away empty-handed in terms of points. However, he was critical of the officials’ VAR decisions that denied Chelsea a potential second goal.
Jarrod Bowen, who scored West Ham’s first goal, expressed disappointment with the result but praised new manager Manuel Lanzini for bringing back the energy and excitement among fans. The 25-year-old striker said his team showed great promise, especially in terms of passing and set-piece delivery.
Chelsea forward Pedro Neto emphasized the importance of consistency in achieving success, saying that winning trophies requires being able to suffer and perform under pressure. Despite the loss, both teams have shown signs of improvement and promise for their respective seasons.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/live/2025/feb/03/chelsea-v-west-ham-premier-league-live