Date: Sat 5 Oct 2024
Kick Off: 19:30
Venue: London Stadium, London
Referee: Anthony Taylor
In a thrilling Premier League clash at the London Stadium, West Ham United faced Ipswich Town on Sat 5 Oct 2024. Both teams were eager to change their fortunes, with West Ham looking for their first home win of the season and Ipswich struggling to find consistency. West Ham delivered a dominant performance, securing a 4-1 victory that lifted them in the standings, while Ipswich suffered yet another defeat, leaving them hovering dangerously above the relegation zone.
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Head-to-Head
Historically, West Ham and Ipswich Town have had closely contested encounters, but West Ham has been more dominant. Out of their last nine meetings, West Ham has won four, including three victories at home, while Ipswich has only one away win.
| Team | Wins | Home Wins | Away Wins |
| West Ham | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Ipswich | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Draws | 4 | – | – |
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Lineups and Substitutes
- West Ham (4-1-4-1):
- Goalkeeper: Alphonse Areola
- Defenders: Jean-Clair Todibo, Maximilian Kilman, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Emerson
- Midfielders: Lucas Paquetá, Mohammed Kudus, Jarrod Bowen (C), Guido Rodríguez, Tomás Soucek
- Forward: Michail Antonio
- Substitutes: Lukasz Fabianski, Aaron Cresswell, Vladimír Coufal, Konstantinos Mavropanos, Carlos Soler, Edson Álvarez, Crysencio Summerville, Luis Guilherme, Danny Ings
- Ipswich Town (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Arijanet Muric
- Defenders: Leif Davis, Ben Johnson, Jacob Greaves, Dara O’Shea
- Midfielders: Sam Morsy (C), Kalvin Phillips, Wes Burns, Omari Hutchinson, Jack Clarke
- Forward: Liam Delap
- Substitutes: Christian Walton, Harry Clarke, Luke Woolfenden, Conor Townsend, Jack Taylor, Sam Szmodics, Conor Chaplin, Chiedozie Ogbene, George Hirst
West Ham vs Ipswich Town First Half
West Ham exploded out of the gates with a stunning goal in the first minute. Jarrod Bowen, captain for the night, surged down the right flank and delivered a low cross to Michail Antonio, who calmly slotted it home, putting West Ham ahead 1-0 within 48 seconds.
Ipswich responded quickly in the 6th minute through Liam Delap. The young striker found space after a corner and drilled a right-footed shot into the top corner, making it 1-1.
West Ham continued to pile on pressure, and after a near miss by Mohammed Kudus, they regained the lead in the 44th minute. Kudus finally found the back of the net with a header, capitalizing on a rebound after Antonio’s initial effort hit the bar. The Hammers entered halftime with a 2-1 lead.
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Half Time: West Ham 2-1 Ipswich
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Second Half
The second half saw West Ham step up their intensity. Just four minutes after the restart, Bowen was back in action. After cutting inside from the right, he rifled a low shot past Muric, extending West Ham’s lead to 3-1.
Ipswich had a chance to claw back into the game when Liam Delap’s header was saved by Areola, but it was West Ham who struck again. In the 69th minute, Lucas Paquetá finished from close range following another Bowen assist, sealing the game at 4-1.
Despite a few late efforts from Ipswich, West Ham saw the game out comfortably.
Full Time: West Ham 4-1 Ipswich
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Stats
| West Ham vs Ipswich Town Stats | West Ham | Ipswich |
| Possession (%) | 53 | 47 |
| Shots on Target | 13 | 2 |
| Total Shots | 23 | 9 |
| Touches | 676 | 613 |
| Passes | 496 | 430 |
| Tackles | 19 | 15 |
| Clearances | 18 | 14 |
| Corners | 5 | 5 |
| Offsides | 3 | 1 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Fouls Conceded | 12 | 6 |
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Timeline
- 1’ – Goal! West Ham takes the lead through Michail Antonio after a perfect assist from Bowen.
- 6’ – Goal! Liam Delap equalizes for Ipswich with a brilliant finish.
- 44’ – Goal! Kudus heads in for West Ham after Antonio’s effort hits the crossbar.
- 49’ – Goal! Bowen scores with a low finish from inside the box to make it 3-1.
- 69’ – Goal! Paquetá taps in from close range after another Bowen assist to finish the scoring at 4-1.
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Man of the Match
Jarrod Bowen earned the Man of the Match award for his all-around performance. He provided the assist for the opening goal, scored West Ham’s third, and set up the fourth. His relentless energy and creativity were pivotal in breaking down Ipswich’s defense.
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Impact on Points Table
The win lifted West Ham to 12th place in the Premier League, ending their winless run and giving them momentum going into the international break. Ipswich, on the other hand, remains just one point above the relegation zone in 17th, increasing the pressure on their next fixture.
West Ham vs Ipswich Town Player Achievements
- Jarrod Bowen: 1 goal, 2 assists, Man of the Match
- Michail Antonio: 1 goal
- Mohammed Kudus: 1 goal
- Lucas Paquetá: 1 goal
West Ham’s comprehensive 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town was a showcase of attacking flair and resilience. The early goals set the tone for the game, with West Ham dominating proceedings. Bowen’s influence was critical, and the Hammers will hope to build on this result as they move up the table.
FAQs
- How many goals did West Ham score in the West Ham vs Ipswich Town?
West Ham scored 4 goals. - Who was the Man of the Match in the West Ham vs Ipswich Town?
Jarrod Bowen was awarded Man of the Match for his outstanding performance, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists. - How did Ipswich score their goal in the West Ham vs Ipswich Town?
Liam Delap equalized in the 6th minute with a well-taken shot following a corner. - What was the final score in the West Ham vs Ipswich Town?
The final score was West Ham 4-1 Ipswich Town. - Did the West Ham vs Ipswich Town result affect the Premier League standings?
Yes, West Ham moved up to 12th place, while Ipswich remains in 17th, just above the relegation zone.
