Goals from Igor Thiago and Mathias Jensen condemned the Hammers to yet another miserable evening, leaving Nuno Espirito Santo’s side rooted in the relegation zone with just four points from eight matches.
The first half offered little comfort for the home fans, who voiced their frustration amid a growing boycott over the club’s ownership. Brentford took the lead shortly before half-time when Thiago rose highest to nod home from a set piece. Despite a brief spell of pressure after the break, West Ham’s attacking efforts lacked conviction, and Jensen’s stoppage-time strike sealed the visitors’ first away win of the campaign.
The result piles further pressure on manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who is yet to record a home victory since taking charge. The Portuguese coach admitted post-match that his side “must find belief and balance quickly” to turn their season around.
It marks the first time in the club’s history that West Ham have lost their opening four home league games, and fan anger is showing no signs of easing. Chants of “board out” echoed around the half-empty stadium as the final whistle blew.
With a daunting run of fixtures ahead — including trips to Newcastle and Tottenham — West Ham’s fight for survival is already beginning to look uphill unless swift improvements are made on and off the pitch.
Next fixture:
🗓️ West Ham vs. Crystal Palace – Premier League, Sunday, October 26
🏟️ London Stadium
Current standing:
19th place – 4 points (8 matches played)
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