Mohammed Kudus played a crucial role in West Ham’s 3-1 win over Luton Town on Saturday afternoon, securing an assist in a game that saw the Hammers dominate in both possession and shots.
The teams’ head-to-head record going into the game was in West Ham’s favor, with one win to Luton’s none, and one draw. The game, held at the London Stadium, saw Kudus start and last the full game, a testament to his fitness and form.
The game began with a bang, as Albert Sambi Lokonga headed in a cross from Alfie Doughty in the 6th minute, giving Luton an early lead in their relegation battle. However, West Ham was not to be deterred, and in the 54th minute, Jarrod Bowen’s dangerous low ball was fumbled by Luton keeper Thomas Kaminski, allowing James Ward-Prowse to level the score.
The momentum was now with West Ham, and in the 65th minute, Tomas Soucek’s inch-perfect volley from the edge of the area gave the Hammers a 2-1 lead. The game was sealed in the 76th minute, as Kudus’s brilliant surging run and cross from the right byline found George Earthy, whose first touch found the back of the Luton net.
Kudus’s performance in the game was a continuation of his impressive form this season, with the midfielder having made 32 appearances, scored seven goals, and assisted six in the Premier League.
