Close 2-1 victory for West Ham United

With the slightest difference, West Ham took the three points in the match on matchday 13 of the England – Premier League 2023-2024 tournament. The goal of the match for the local team was scored by Jay Rodriguez (3′ 2T, penalty). While the away goals were scored by Tomás Soucek (45′ 2T) and Dara O’Shea (40′ 2T, against).

The figure of the meeting was Tomás Soucek. The West Ham United midfielder stood out against Burnley as he scored 1 goal, made 13 correct passes and kicked 4 times on goal.

Also key at Turf Moor was James Ward-Prowse. The West Ham United midfielder stood out against Burnley as he made 47 correct passes.

It was a closely contested match with fouls on both sides. There were several reprimands: Jordan Beyer, Edson Álvarez, Nayef Aguerd and Vladimir Coufal.

Burnley coach Vincent Kompany deployed a 4-4-2 formation with James Trafford in goal; Vitinho, Dara O’Shea, Jordan Beyer and Charlie Taylor on the defensive line; Johann Gudmundsson, Sander Berge, Josh Brownhill and Luca Koleosho in the middle; and Zeki Amdouni and Jay Rodriguez in attack.

For their part, those led by David Moyes planted themselves with a 4-5-1 strategy with Alphonse Areola between the three sticks; Vladimir Coufal, Kurt Zouma, Nayef Aguerd and Emerson in defense; Edson Álvarez, James Ward-Prowse, Mohammed Kudus, Tomás Soucek and Lucas Paquetá in midfield; and Danny Ings up front.

The referee designated for the match was Samuel Barrott.

Burnley will host Sheffield United on the next matchday, while West Ham will host Crystal Palace at the London Stadium.

The local team is in twentieth place with 4 points, while the visitor reached 20 points and is in eighth place in the tournament.