Wolves Overcome West Ham in Stateside Cup Showdown

In a thrilling encounter at EverBank Field in Jacksonville, Florida, Wolverhampton took on West Ham in the Stateside Cup 2024, with the Wolves coming out on top with a 3-1 victory. The match was eagerly anticipated as both teams gear up for the coming Premier League season.

After facing a two-hour delay due to tropical storms, the game finally kicked off at 9:05 PM local time. Wolverhampton started strong with a goal from Matheus Cunha, who scored from inside the box following a well-timed assist.

However, West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus quickly answered back, leveling the score just before halftime. Despite the setback, Wolverhampton remained determined, and their game changed dramatically with the introduction of Rodrigo Gomes in the second half.

Gomes made an immediate impact, netting two goals and helping secure the win for the Wolves. His first came after he pounced on a loose ball, and the second was a well-placed header from a perfect cross by Pedro Lima.

The match saw a mix of bright play from both teams, but ultimately it was Wolverhampton’s persistence and Gomes’ standout performance that made the difference. The Old Gold ended the night on a high note, proving their strength in this pre-season event.