Chelsea displayed dominance as they secured a convincing 5-1 win against West Ham United, adding to the mounting pressure on Hammers' manager Graham Potter. The match at London Stadium saw West Ham conceding their eighth goal of the season, with Jamie Redknapp describing their defending as "scandalous."
Despite an early lead from West Ham's Lucas Paqueta with a powerful strike, Chelsea quickly turned the game around. Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto, and Enzo Fernandez found the net, putting Chelsea 3-1 ahead at halftime. The second half saw Chelsea scoring twice from corners, with Moises Caicedo and Trevoh Chalobah extending the lead.
Chelsea's victory came after a goalless draw in their first match and a strong response to their initial performance. The fans cheekily chanted "there's only one Graham Potter" towards the West Ham manager, who has struggled since joining the club in January.
Sky Sports' Jamie Redknapp criticized West Ham's performance, highlighting the need for significant improvements in the squad. He emphasized the team's defensive frailties and suggested that changes, including a new goalkeeper, were necessary to avoid a relegation battle.
West Ham captain, Jarrod Bowen, expressed frustration with the team's performance, calling for a collective effort to address their shortcomings. He acknowledged the need for honest discussions within the squad to rectify their current form.
As West Ham looks to regroup following their disappointing start to the season, the spotlight remains on Graham Potter's ability to steer the team towards better results.
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