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Wolves Edge West Ham to Move 12 Points Clear of Relegation

Jorgen Strand Larsen's decisive goal and Wolves' defensive resilience secure a vital home win in their Premier League survival bid.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United - Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton, Britain - April 1, 2025 Wolverhampton Wanderers' Jorgen Strand Larsen in action with West Ham United's Edson Alvarez Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs
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Strand Larsen’s firm strike deflected beyond Areola — the striker’s tenth goal in the league this season

Overview

  • Wolves defeated West Ham 1-0 at Molineux Stadium, moving 12 points clear of the Premier League relegation zone.
  • Jorgen Strand Larsen scored the only goal of the match, marking his 10th goal of the season and further cementing his importance to the team.
  • This victory marks Wolves' first home win in two months and their third instance of consecutive league wins under manager Vitor Pereira.
  • West Ham missed critical opportunities to equalize, including Niclas Fullkrug's header that hit the crossbar and Evan Ferguson's squandered chance on his first start.
  • Wolves showcased a dominant first-half performance but struggled to capitalize on additional chances, relying on defensive discipline to secure the win.