Lucas Paqueta sends 'incredible' message after surprise West Ham development
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West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta has taken to social media after having a starring role in their 3-2 Premier League win over Fulham on Tuesday (January 14).
The 27-year-old played in a surprise new-look striker role for the East London club as they secured their first win of the Graham Potter era.
Carlos Soler opened the scoring in the 31st minute with his first goal for the club since moving on loan from French champions PSG in the summer.
Tomas Soucek doubled their lead at the London Stadium just two minutes later, latching on to Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s cross and whirling away in celebration.
Alex Iwobi got one back for the visitors just after half-time but Paqueta restored West Ham’s two-goal cushion after Bernd Leno’s attempt to play out from the back failed.
Iwobi made it 3-2 in the 78th minute but it was too little too late and Paqueta’s goal was decisive as West Ham earned a much-needed win.
Lucas Paqueta stars in a new role as West Ham secure first win under Graham Potter
The midfielder has been key for West Ham this season, starting 18 of his 23 games across all competitions, scoring five goals, and providing zero assists in his 1620 minutes of action.
The East London club’s win over Fulham sees them climb into 12th, with seven wins, five draws, nine defeats, and 26 points from their 21 games.
Paqueta took to Instagram to celebrate after the win, saying: “Thank You Jesus!!! Great win today, congrats to the whole team, and thank you to the fans for your incredible support!!!”
Potter has secured a victory in his first Premier League game at the helm as West Ham seek to put Julen Lopetegui’s torrid tenure behind them.
West Ham have another London derby for their next game, hosting Crystal Palace on Saturday (January 18).
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