Chelsea delivered a dominant performance in a 3-0 win over West Ham United at the London Stadium, with Nicolas Jackson scoring twice and Cole Palmer adding a third. The victory lifts Chelsea to second place in the Premier League, continuing their strong start under new coach Enzo Maresca.
Match Summary
Chelsea took control early, with Nicolas Jackson opening the scoring just four minutes into the match. After a slick pass from Jadon Sancho, Jackson weaved through West Ham’s defense and calmly slotted the ball past goalkeeper Alphonse Areola.
Jackson doubled the lead in the 18th minute, taking advantage of another defensive lapse by West Ham. A perfectly placed ball from Moisés Caicedo allowed Jackson to score his second of the game, leaving the Hammers’ defense in disarray.
West Ham showed little response, and Chelsea put the game beyond doubt just after halftime. Jackson turned provider, setting up Cole Palmer, who slotted the ball into the net to make it 3-0 in the 47th minute.
Chelsea’s Growing Momentum
This comprehensive win marks Chelsea’s third consecutive away victory, pushing them two points behind leaders Manchester City. Coach Enzo Maresca, who has faced scrutiny over integrating a new squad, praised the team’s progress but noted there is still room for improvement. “We could defend better, manage the game better, but we deserved the win,” Maresca said after the match.
Nicolas Jackson was named Player of the Match, delivering a standout performance with his two goals and assist. The win continues Chelsea’s momentum as they aim for a top finish this season.
West Ham Struggles
For West Ham, it was another disappointing day, with their home struggles continuing. Despite a summer managerial change to bring in Julen Lopetegui, the team has now lost all three home games this season and finds itself in 14th place in the Premier League.
West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen expressed frustration after the game, admitting that they “were never in the game” and gave away “easy goals.” The pressure is mounting on Lopetegui as West Ham faces the possibility of a difficult season ahead.
Looking Ahead
Chelsea will look to continue their fine form as they push for a Premier League title challenge, while West Ham will need to regroup and find a solution to their early-season woes.
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