West Ham United vs Sunderland — Pass Map

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West Ham United 3 – 1 Sunderland

Premier League · 24 Jan 2026

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High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Possession anchor from deep

D. Ballard completed 57 passes at 82.6% accuracy with 88 touches, anchoring Sunderland's build-up play. His high volume and efficiency provided a stable platform for transitions and allowed his team to control tempo from the back.

Movement threat despite quiet finish

F. Potts registered 0.641 expected assists despite no key passes, showing intelligent positioning inside West Ham's attack. His movement created dangerous moments even when the final pass didn't materialize, keeping defenders stretched throughout.

Relentless defensive workrate

O. Alderete made 14 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries and clearances for Sunderland. His physical dominance in both boxes ensured opponents found limited space and protected his team's defensive shape.

Creative spark off the bench

C. Talbi generated 1 key pass in just 45 minutes as a Sunderland substitute. His brief impact suggested he could have influenced the game further with more time on the pitch.