'Should never play for this club again' – West Ham fans lambast 'diabolical' starter after what he did vs Wolves

West Ham United suffered a humiliating 3-0 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium on January 3, 2026, intensifying their relegation battle in the Premier League. The loss left West Ham with just 14 points from 20 games, four points from safety, while Wolves, still winless but with three points, claimed a vital victory in their fight against the drop.[1][2][3][4]

The match turned disastrous early, with Wolves striker Jhon Arias scoring the opener in the 4th minute via a right-footed shot from the center of the box. Hwang Hee-chan doubled the lead shortly after, capitalizing on West Ham's defensive frailty. A third goal sealed the rout, as confirmed in post-match reports and highlights.[1][3]

Fan fury erupted online, targeting West Ham's "diabolical" starter Soungoutou Magassa, who won a free kick in the 2nd minute but was blamed for the collapse. Social media exploded with calls like "should never play for this club again," accusing him of a catastrophic error—possibly a misplaced pass or positional lapse—that gifted Wolves' early dominance. Supporters labeled his performance "diabolical," highlighting misplaced trust in the young midfielder amid West Ham's dismal form (3 wins, 5 draws, 11 losses, -17 goal difference).[1][3]

Manager pressure mounts on West Ham's staff, with the defeat described as their "worst afternoon of the season." Wolves' win piles scrutiny on their ex-manager ties but provides rare relief. West Ham faces a steep climb, with fans demanding changes.[3][4]

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