1 February was one of the matches of the 22nd round of the English Football Championship. West Ham (London) and Bournemouth (England) met.
English Championship, 22nd round
West Ham (London) - Bournemouth (England) - 1: 1 (0:1)
Goals: Ward-Prowse (61) - Solanke (3)
In a tense Premier League encounter, West Ham and Bournemouth played out a 1-1 draw at the London Stadium. The game was filled with drama, goals and substitutions, making it an exciting spectacle for the fans. The first significant event of the match came as early as the 3rd minute when Bournemouth's Dominic Solanke struck the opposition goal, giving his team an early lead. Solanke's goal shook the West Ham defence and set the tone for a tense game. As the match progressed, West Ham were determined to fight back and restore parity. Their efforts paid off in the 61st minute when a penalty was awarded. Jarrod Bowen stepped up to take the spot kick and confidently headed the ball into the net, much to the delight of the home side. Both teams were keen to get the win, which led to a hard fought battle in midfield. In the 67th minute, Bournemouth's Ryan Christie received a yellow card for a rough tackle, further adding to the tension in the match. Substitutions played a crucial role in the game, with Bournemouth opting to make three quick substitutions in the 69th minute. Andre Scott and Jayden Kluivert came on as substitutes, replacing Aaron Scott and Jurgen Kluivert respectively. These changes brought fresh energy to the attack and provided new tactical options for the visiting team. In the 69th minute, West Ham followed suit and made their own substitutions, with Kevin Phillips and Danny Ings replacing Kurt Phillips and Daniel Ings.
These substitutions were to add a new dimension to West Ham's game and unlock the stubborn Bournemouth defence. In the 70th minute, as the game heated up, Bowen received a yellow card for a rash challenge. The match became increasingly physical with both teams fighting for every advantage. As the match entered the final stages, Bournemouth made their fourth and final substitution, bringing on Luke Kelly in place of Marco Kerkez in the 79th minute. Hoping for a late winner, Bournemouth stepped up their attacking options and increased their chances of winning the game. In the 83rd minute, Bournemouth player Lewis Cook received a yellow card for a foul, which emphasised the intensity of the game and the players' desire to gain an advantage. Time was running out and both teams were looking for one last opportunity to snatch victory. Bournemouth made one last substitution, replacing Maxime Tavernier with Romain Faivre, while West Ham brought on Mohammed Koudous in place of Maxwell Cornet. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, a fair result considering the titanic struggle that unfolded on the pitch. Despite the best efforts of both teams, neither could find the winning goal late in the game. Bournemouth's Romain Faivre received a yellow card in added time, adding one last moment of drama before the referee's whistle. Overall, the match between West Ham and Bournemouth was a fierce encounter that showcased the excitement and competitive nature of the Premier League. Both teams fought until the final whistle, and fans were looking forward to the next matches.
The following matches await the rivals in the next round: Man United vs West Ham, Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest.
| West Ham | Bournemouth | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Kicks to the goal | 4 |
| 9 | Kicks | 9 |
| 3 | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 7 | Penalty kicks | 7 |
| 2 | Kicks from outside the penalty box | 2 |
| 13 | Offences | 11 |
| 1 | Corner | 5 |
| 1 | Offsides | 3 |
| 49% | Ball possession | 51% |
| 1 | Yellow cards | 3 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 3 | Keeper saves | 2 |
| 442 | Total assists | 478 |
| 349 | Accurate assists | 368 |
| 79% | Accuracy of passes | 77% |