West Ham United’s trip to Goodison Park on March 15, 2025, ended in a 1-1 stalemate against Everton in the Premier League, leaving fans with mixed feelings. A lacklustre first half gave way to a spirited second, but a late equalizer from Jake O’Brien denied the Hammers a much-needed victory. Here’s how the players fared in this Premier League clash.
West Ham United Players Rated After 1-1 Draw Against Everton:
#1 Alphonse Areola: 4/10
The French goalkeeper had a quiet day for the most part, dealing with routine stops. He nearly gifted Everton a chance with a sloppy moment in possession during the second half but escaped punishment. Powerless to stop O’Brien’s late header.
#2 Aaron Wan-Bissaka: 4/10
The fullback showed his usual defensive grit and tried to push forward when opportunities arose. He wasn’t tested too heavily but didn’t stand out either.
#3 Jean-Clair Todibo: 6/10
Todibo had a golden chance to break the deadlock in the first half but couldn’t convert. Defensively, he was composed and played a key role in nearly securing a clean sheet, until the dying moments.
#4 Max Kilman: 5/10
Kilman handled Everton’s physicality well, standing tall against their aerial threats. A reliable presence at the back, though he’ll rue the lapse that led to the equalizer.
#5 Konstantinos Mavropanos: 5/10
A heart-in-mouth moment came when he appeared to concede a penalty, only for VAR to overturn it. He recovered well and defended stoutly, though he might have positioned better for Everton’s goal.
#6 Emerson: 6/10
The Brazilian was busy down the left, holding his own against Everton’s first-half pressure. He remained a consistent outlet as the game wore on.
#7 James Ward-Prowse: 5/10
His set-piece delivery caused problems, nearly leading to a goal, but his influence in open play was limited. A steady, if uninspiring, shift in midfield.
#8 Tomáš Souček: 6/10
Almost invisible until the 67th minute, Souček exploded into life with a stunning finish to give West Ham the lead. A classic case of making the most of one big moment.
#9 Lucas Paquetá: 4/10
Anonymous before halftime, Paquetá worked harder after the break but couldn’t spark his usual magic going forward. A rare off-day for the Brazilian.
#10 Jarrod Bowen: 9/10
West Ham’s standout star. Bowen’s direct running and a clever assist for Souček lit up the game. He tested Everton’s defense with dangerous efforts and was a constant menace.
#11 Mohammed Kudus: 3/10
Another disappointing outing for Kudus. He was ineffective in attack during a dire first half and, despite a slight uptick after the interval, wasted possession too often. His effort defensively was there, but he’s capable of so much more.
Substitutes:
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Carlos Soler (83’): N/A: Too little time to make an impact.
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Evan Ferguson (90’): N/A: A late cameo with no chance to shine.
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Guido Rodríguez (90’): N/A: Barely on the pitch long enough to judge.
West Ham will feel this was two points dropped. Bowen and Souček’s second-half brilliance offered hope, but Kudus’ struggles and a late defensive slip cost them dearly. Graham Potter’s men showed fight, but consistency remains elusive.
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