West Ham United sensation, Mohammed Kudus, is determined to elevate his game after notching his third Premier League goal against Crystal Palace.
The 23-year-old striker found the net in the 13th minute, capitalizing on Vladimir Coufal’s excellent cutback with a clinical first-time finish. Despite Kudus’s early contribution, West Ham couldn’t maintain their lead, as Odsonne Edouard secured the equalizer for Crystal Palace in the second half.
Kudus remains focused on refining his skills and reaching the pinnacle of his abilities, showcasing his commitment to personal growth on the field.
"It's just the beginning for me, and I feel like there's a lot more I can offer" 🗣️
Kudus gives his thoughts after today's match ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/Hv4TfwJzAk
— West Ham United (@WestHam) December 3, 2023
Reflecting on the game, Kudus expressed his joy about scoring and hinted at more to come.
“I want to give credit to my teammates, the staff, and everyone around the club for helping me settle in smoothly. I have confidence in myself, and I’m working hard every day to reach my full potential,” he shared.
“I believe it’s just the start for me, and I think there’s so much more I can bring to the table. So, I’m committed to putting in the work day in and day out, striving to be the best for everyone.”
Kudus also delved into the game’s outcome, emphasizing the need for improved defense by West Ham after taking the lead.
⚒️🇬🇭 West Ham are more than happy with their new signing Kudus as he completed 3 goals and 1 assist in his last 5 games.#WHUFC feel he will keep improving and he's gonna be key part of their project. pic.twitter.com/OpwIfXJfiu
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 4, 2023
The match was intense, and in such tight contests with limited chances, there’s room for improvement in our compactness and defense, as reflected on by Kudus. Despite the opportunity to secure a win with a single goal, the team settled for a point, looking ahead to the upcoming match. Kudus emphasized the importance of scoring early to ignite momentum and energy for the team.
Expressing gratitude for Vladimir Coufal’s exquisite assist, Kudus highlighted the continuous push for a second goal in the closely contested game. The focus now shifts to the next game, building on the positives from this encounter.
This season, Kudus has played a significant role in 11 goals, contributing with nine goals and two assists.