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17 Aug 2025, 15:35

West Ham Prepares for Important Match After Defeat

  • West Ham suffered a 3-0 defeat to Sunderland in the first match of the season.
  • Coach Graham Potter emphasized the need to improve the fundamentals of the team's play.
  • The club's vice-president stated that the team will not panic and will support the coach.

After the disappointing start to the season, where the team lost 3-0 to newcomers Premier League Sunderland, West Ham is preparing for an important match against Chelsea, which will take place on Friday. Head coach Graham Potter noted that the team needs to "get back to basics" to improve their results.

At the press conference, Potter pointed out the importance of executing basic tasks, such as defending set pieces, which led to the conceded goals. He stressed that the team cannot rely on luck and needs to work hard to achieve success.

West Ham also received support from the club's vice-president Karen Brady, who stated that the club does not plan to panic and will support Potter in his work. She noted that the coach has a modern approach and good relationships with the players.

In the match against Sunderland, the team demonstrated a dominant performance in the first half, but after conceding the first goal, their energy and initiative waned. This has been a recurring issue among players who struggle for the team during the season.

Now West Ham has the opportunity to rectify the situation in the upcoming match, and the coach is hoping for a positive reaction from his players.

Tags: Sport/Football/English Premier League

Articles on this topic:

  • www.nytimes.com - West Ham’s failure on the basics already has Graham Potter talking about bouncing back
  • www.bbc.com - West Ham 'won't panic' as Potter gets backing