Swansea City 0-1 West Ham.
The Hammers secured a crucial win over the Championship leaders Swansea thanks to a first-half effort from Divine Mukasa.
It’s another three points for Nuno Espírito Santo’s side, taking West Ham into second place after Middlesbrough drew against Cardiff City.
Swansea are now just one point ahead of the Irons.
West Ham win in Wales
Divine Mukasa’s first-half strike proved to be decisive at the Swansea.com Stadium.
The opener in the 34th minute came after Pablo dispossessed Marko Stamenić before releasing Mohamadou Kanté, who squared for Mukasa to apply a simple finish from close range.
Swansea responded strongly and dominated possession, but struggled to break down a resolute West Ham defence.
Ben Cabango came closest just before half-time, rattling the crossbar from a set-piece, while the hosts also had penalty appeals turned down.
After the break, the Swans continued to push forward, creating further half-chances through Adam Idah and substitutes including Eom Ji-Sung, but they failed to register a shot on target.
The move for Mukasa’s goal was pivotal. It was one of four efforts on target for the Irons, compared to zero for the hosts.
West Ham remained dangerous on the break, with Jarrod Bowen and Pablo testing Lawrence Vigouroux.
Ultimately, Nuno Espírito Santo’s side held firm to secure three points and close the gap on the leaders to just one point.
Full time in South Wales – Swansea City 0-1 West Ham.
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