Brighton and Hove Albion 0 — West Ham United 1 (Bowen)
West Ham clinched a late victory with a goal from Bowen. A loose header from Van Hecke on halfway allowed Wilson to latch onto the ball, setting up the decisive moment.
The result gives West Ham renewed hope of avoiding relegation, following pressure from the fixture and the league table. Brighton, chasing consistency, were unable to convert chances in the final third.
“It’s that man again for West Ham!”
Post-match remarks highlighted the significance of the late goal in shaping the relegation battle and the team's morale going forward.
West Ham’s late winner offers a lifeline in the relegation fight, turning a tense afternoon into a pivotal breakthrough that could redefine their run-in.