“Stuart Pearce Slams West Ham’s ‘Incredible’ Defending in Liverpool Thrashing”

Stuart Pearce has criticized West Ham United’s defensive performance in their 5-0 loss to Liverpool at the London Stadium, calling it “incredible” that the Reds didn’t score more. Speaking on talkSPORT (30 December, 9:13am), Pearce highlighted the Irons’ openness and praised Alphonse Areola for keeping the scoreline from becoming even worse on 29 December.

“Stuart Pearce Rips Into West Ham After Liverpool Thrashing, Warns of Man City Danger”

Stuart Pearce has slammed West Ham’s defensive disaster in their 5-0 defeat to Liverpool, claiming the Hammers “played right into their hands” by leaving Mohamed Salah unchecked. Speaking on talkSPORT (30 December, 9:13am), Pearce praised Alphonse Areola for limiting the damage but warned their openness at the back will give Manchester City confidence heading into their next clash.”

Areola played extremely well to keep the score as it was – they were so loose at the back, it was incredible,” said Pearce. “They’ll be disappointed with the goals they’ve shipped. Man City away will be a tough one.”

“Stuart Pearce Slams West Ham’s Salah Strategy After Liverpool Demolition”

Stuart Pearce has blasted West Ham’s defensive approach in their 5-0 loss to Liverpool, claiming they failed to contain Mohamed Salah, who “scared the life out of them.” Speaking on talkSPORT (30 December, 9:13am), Pearce insisted doubling up on Salah is essential, calling him “incredible at the moment.”

“Areola played extremely well to keep the score as it was – they were so loose at the back, it was incredible,” Pearce said. With Manchester City up next, the Hammers face an uphill battle to recover.

“West Ham Left in Ruins After Liverpool Humiliation Ends Unbeaten Run”

West Ham’s four-match unbeaten streak, the best of Julen Lopetegui’s tenure, came crashing down in a devastating 5-0 defeat to Liverpool at the London Stadium on Sunday. Despite recent wins over Wolves and Southampton, the Hammers were outclassed in every department, leaving their progress “shattered to oblivion” as they head back to the drawing board ahead of facing Manchester City.

“West Ham Crumble as Liverpool Extend Lead – Man City Clash Looms Large for Lopetegui”

Liverpool’s dominant 5-0 victory over West Ham showcased their well-earned eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League, exposing glaring flaws in Julen Lopetegui’s defensive setup. Despite fielding a back five and Edson Alvarez in a deep midfield role, the Hammers were “cut to ribbons” with alarming ease.

With Manchester City, the defending champions, up next, fans are bracing for another potential drubbing. While City’s recent form has wavered, their win over Leicester suggests West Ham’s task will be no less daunting. As pressure mounts on Lopetegui, Areola’s heroics in goal may be the only reason the Liverpool defeat wasn’t even more humiliating.