West Ham's set-piece prowess shines with six goals already this season

Nuno Espirito Santo reflects on his growth as both a manager and a person since returning to the Championship with West Ham. He notes that while the league has become more competitive, the fundamentals of hard work and honesty remain essential. His tenure began positively with a crucial victory over Wolves, which marked the start of a successful run for the team after a shaky start to the season.

West Ham's season gained momentum with a 4-2 win against Wolves, ending a winless streak of three games. Following that victory, the team secured three more wins and a draw before the international break, earning Nuno the Sky Bet Championship Manager of the Month award for September. He acknowledges the importance of the Wolves win for both himself and the players.

In their latest match, West Ham managed to draw 2-2 against Millwall after trailing by two goals. Nuno praised the team's second-half performance, highlighting their resilience. However, he expressed a desire for improvement, indicating that there are still areas to work on as they move forward in the season.

As West Ham prepares to face QPR at home, Nuno is mindful of the need for his players to return fit from international duty. He believes the recent break has been beneficial for recovery, both physically and mentally. Nuno emphasises the importance of reintegrating the squad and maintaining a positive dynamic during training sessions.

West Ham's set-piece proficiency has been a standout feature this season, with six of their 22 goals coming from such situations. Nuno acknowledges the contributions of players like Konstantinos Mavropanos, who has scored four goals in his last four matches. He stresses the need to balance offensive and defensive strategies during set pieces as they continue to develop their game.

via Sky Sports