Brentford Defeats West Ham 1-0, Extending Potter's Troubles

Brentford secured a 1-0 victory over West Ham United, with Kevin Schade scoring the decisive goal just four minutes into the match. Despite a dominant first half from Brentford, where they had two goals disallowed and hit a post, West Ham struggled to defend and create chances. After halftime, West Ham made triple substitutions, including introducing Evan Ferguson, who showed promise but failed to convert opportunities. While West Ham improved slightly, they couldn't find an equalizer, leaving them with just one win in six matches under new manager Graham Potter. Brentford's defense held firm in the second half, allowing them to maintain their mid-table position in the Premier League. West Ham now sits precariously above the relegation zone, intensifying pressure on Potter to turn the team's fortunes around.