Sports News of Saturday, 27 April 2024

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

Mohammed Kudus delivers assist as West Ham derails Liverpool's title hopes

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Mohammed Kudus starred once again for West Ham United held Liverpool to a 2-2 draw at the London Olympic Stadium and further dimmed the Red's Premier League title ambition.

The Ghana international provided the assist for Jarrod Bowen's opener, his first of the campaign, as the Hammers went into the break with the lead.

However, three minutes after recess Liverpool levelled through defender Andy Robertson before taking the lead for the first time in the game through an own goal from West Ham goalie Alphonse Areola.

With 13 minutes remaining, the host levelled after Michail Antonio headed home a cross from Bowen.

Kudus has now scored seven goals and provided five assists in the Premier League in his first season in England.

He also becomes the player with over 100 successful take-ons in the Premier League, according to Squawka.

The 23-year-old, who is a target of Liverpool, arrived at West Ham last summer from Dutch giants Ajax Amsterdam.