Manchester City star Jack Grealish has poked fun at West Ham midfielder Declan Rice in the aftermath of his Europa League goal.
The 22-year-old went on a solo adventure in the second half against Dinamo Zagreb before finding the back of the net.
Holding off defenders and leaving others in his wake, Rice showed off a lesser-seen turn of pace to double the Irons’ lead.
Grealish took the opportunity to mock the ace’s FIFA rating on Twitter.
Clearly, Rice was out to disprove the statisticians’ calculations that led to the England star being granted a 66 rating out of a possible 99.
More importantly, the lung-busting run handed David Moyes’ side an unassailable lead and earned the east Londoners a crucial three points in Group H.
Rice’s goal capped off a superb all-around display, including two tackles, two interceptions and 64 touches whilst rating 7.30 (Sofascore).
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Valued at £63million (Transfermarkt), moments like this will hike the midfielder’s price tag to no end.
Currently not in the mood to sell, West Ham will be hopeful with their prized asset leading the charge this current squad can produce something special.
Continuing to progress in Europe and beyond will meet Rice’s ambitions and could see the Hammers benefit from his electric pace for many more years to come.
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