Spurs Humble West Ham: 4-1 Win, Full Stats
Tottenham Hotspur absolutely ripped through West Ham on Sunday, showing off their attacking prowess with a dominant 4-1 victory. The Hammers just couldn't handle the Spurs' firepower, which was on full display at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
It was a pretty boring first half, honestly. Both teams seemed a bit sluggish, maybe due to the heat or whatever. But then, bam, the second half exploded with goals!
Son Heung-min, the man on fire this season, got things going with a beautiful curling shot in the 56th minute. Then, Dejan Kulusevski doubled the lead just five minutes later, and the Spurs were cooking.
West Ham tried to fight back, with Lucas Paqueta pulling one back for the Hammers in the 67th minute. But Harry Kane put the game out of reach with a goal in the 72nd minute, followed by a brilliant volley from Emerson Royal in the 89th minute.
Here are some key stats from the match:
- Tottenham had 58% possession, showing their control of the match.
- Spurs also had 14 shots on goal, compared to just 6 for West Ham.
- Son Heung-min was a beast, with 3 key passes and 2 shots on target.
- Harry Kane wasn't too shabby either, registering 2 assists.
This win puts Tottenham firmly in the top half of the table, while West Ham are still searching for their groove.
This was one of those matches where you just knew the Spurs were going to blow the doors off. And they did!
Let's take a look at some more details about the match:
Key Moments:
- 56th minute: Son Heung-min's goal was an absolute stunner, leaving the West Ham keeper with no chance.
- 61st minute: Dejan Kulusevski's goal came from a slick move, showing off Spurs' beautiful passing game.
- 72nd minute: Harry Kane's goal was pure class, with a powerful shot right past the keeper.
- 89th minute: Emerson Royal's goal was a thing of beauty, with a perfectly placed volley into the top corner.
Players to Watch:
- Son Heung-min: He's absolutely on fire right now, and he's going to be a big factor in the Spurs' push for a top-four finish.
- Harry Kane: He's the captain and leader, and he always seems to find a way to score or set up a goal.
- Dejan Kulusevski: He's been a great addition to the Spurs' attack, bringing creativity and flair.
Overall, this was a dominant performance by Tottenham Hotspur. They showed their quality and their ability to break down even the toughest defenses.
Next up for Spurs is a tough test against Arsenal in the North London derby. This is a match that will be watched by millions around the world, so the pressure will be on for both sides. But with the way they're playing now, Tottenham will be confident of getting a result against their arch-rivals.