Late Goal by Diouf Secures Point for West Ham Under New Manager
LONDON – September 30, 2025 – A dramatic late equalizer from forward Mame Diouf salvaged a crucial point for West Ham United in a 6-6 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers today, marking the first point earned under the clubS recently appointed manager. The goal, scored in the closing minutes, prevented a fifth consecutive defeat for the Hammers and offered a glimmer of hope following a challenging start to the season.
west Ham currently sits 19th in the Premier League table with just four points from six matches, alongside burnley. The draw provides a vital psychological boost for the team and its supporters as the new manager begins to implement his vision. Wolverhampton Wanderers, despite taking the lead multiple times, were unable to secure the victory, remaining at the bottom of the league with only one point.
The match, played at the London Stadium, saw Wolverhampton take an early advantage, but West Ham fought back, only to fall behind again.Diouf’s 84th-minute goal, leveling the score at 6-6, sparked celebrations amongst the home faithful.
As of September 30, 2025, the Premier League standings relevant to this match are as follows:
| Pos. | Team | Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Tottenham | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16:2 | 18 |
| 2. | Arsenal | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 13:4 | 15 |
| 3. | Liverpool | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12:5 | 13 |
| 4. | Manchester City | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10:6 | 13 |
| 5. | Chelsea | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8:5 | 11 |
| 6. | Brighton | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9:9 | 8 |
| 7. | Fulham | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7:8 | 8 |
| 8. | Leeds | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6:9 | 8 |
| 9. | Crystal Palace | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7:6 | 8 |
| 10. | Brighton | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9:9 | 8 |
| 11. | Fulham | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7:8 | 8 |
| 12. | Leeds | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6:9 | 8 |
| 13. | Brentford | 6 | 2