West Ham fight off Wolves as Divine Mukasa double eases pressure on Nuno
The Guardian · 2026-09-01 · all
It was a match between two disjointed sides, two teams trying to carve out new identities following the drop into the Championship. In the end West Ham won thanks to a bit of luck, a degree of resolve and, crucially, a sharpness in front of goal that took them away from Wolves and reduced the pressure on Nuno Espírito Santo, for a few days at least.First-half goals from Divine Mukasa and Jarrod Bowen, the latter from the penalty spot, were complemented by two more in the second; Mukasa secured his brace alongside a goal for Konstantinos Mavropanos. The defender doubled...
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West Ham United secured a vital victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers in a meeting between two sides adjusting to life in the Championship. The result provided much-needed relief for manager Nuno Espírito Santo, as his team displayed effective finishing to overcome a period of tactical transition. Divine Mukasa was instrumental in the win, scoring twice across both halves. The Hammers established an early lead through Mukasa and a Jarrod Bowen penalty before extending their advantage after the interval. Konstantinos Mavropanos also featured on the scoresheet, helping the club secure the points with a disciplined performance. This win alleviates immediate pressure on the coaching staff while demonstrating the squad's resolve in a competitive second-tier fixture.
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