‘Wow, what a finish!’ – Mohammed Kudus on his goal against Arsenal

Kudus was humbled by the absolute perfection of his finish as he relived the joy of his goal after the game. He commented on the goal, stating, "Wow, what a finish." I thought it was a lovely ball from Nayef Aguerd, so I just had to take the touch inside because there was no room outside." Kudus went on to explain his mental process, saying, "I also saw the custodian on the other side." When I walk in, it's [placing the ball in] the far corner. Boom. Then it became a goal."

Ghana international Mohammed Kudus revealed his astonishment and pleasure following his spectacular goal against Arsenal, which moved West Ham to the EFL Cup quarter-finals.

The talented midfielder was voted Man of the Match, and his outstanding performance, capped off with a spectacular goal, cemented his place as a prominent talent.

Kudus’ memorable moment came in the 50th minute when he showed off his tremendous technique with two wonderful touches to enhance West Ham’s advantage. This heroic attempt came after an own goal had already given West Ham the lead. West Ham’s third goal, by Jarrod Bowen, clinched the win, but Arsenal got a consolation goal late in stoppage time, courtesy of Martin Odegaard.

Kudus was humbled by the absolute perfection of his finish as he relived the joy of his goal after the game. He commented on the goal, stating, “Wow, what a finish.” I thought it was a lovely ball from Nayef Aguerd, so I just had to take the touch inside because there was no room outside.”

Kudus went on to explain his mental process, saying, “I also saw the custodian on the other side.” When I walk in, it’s [placing the ball in] the far corner. Boom. Then it became a goal.”

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Kudus’ amazing strike was his fourth since his summer transfer from Ajax to West Ham, which cost more than 40 million euros. The midfielder’s impact on the squad has progressively grown, demonstrating that he is a vital asset for the Hammers.