Recap

West Ham United Held to a Goalless Draw by Bournemouth at the London Stadium

Dominant West Ham Fails to Convert Chances in Crucial Relegation Battle

West Ham United’s hopes of climbing out of the Premier League relegation zone faced a setback as they were held to a 0-0 draw by a resolute AFC Bournemouth side at the London Stadium. Despite dominating proceedings with an impressive attacking display, West Ham could not find the breakthrough against a well-organized Bournemouth defense on February 21, 2026.

The Hammers showcased their intent early, winning a corner within the opening seconds and immediately putting pressure on Bournemouth’s goal. Crysencio Summerville was a constant threat on the wing, while striker Taty Castellanos and captain Jarrod Bowen spearheaded the attack. West Ham outshot Bournemouth 20 to a much lower figure and generated an expected goals (xG) total of 2.82—the highest for any team that failed to score this season—highlighting their dominance in the final third.

Despite West Ham’s pressure and multiple near misses, Bournemouth goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic was in inspired form, making key saves and maintaining his side’s clean sheet. Bournemouth also had a notable chance when winger Rayan’s powerful run and shot in the second half struck the outside of the post, nearly giving the visitors the lead.

Match Summary and Impact on Standings

• West Ham remain in 18th place with 24 points from 26 matches, trailing safety by three points.
• Bournemouth extended their unbeaten run to seven league games, solidifying their position in 8th place with 37 points.
• The stalemate marked the seventh successive draw in this fixture, underlining the competitive nature of the encounters between these sides.

Key Performances

Crysencio Summerville was named Player of the Match for his lively and incisive attacking contributions throughout the game. His pace and creativity troubled the Bournemouth defense repeatedly. Jarrod Bowen and Taty Castellanos worked tirelessly but were ultimately unable to convert the numerous chances created.

Looking Ahead

For West Ham, the result was a frustrating missed opportunity in the crucial fight against relegation. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo’s side demonstrated they can compete well but must improve their finishing to secure vital wins. Bournemouth’s disciplined defensive display and counter-attacking threat continue to make them a formidable opponent as they push for a top-half finish.

The two sides will now regroup as West Ham aims to turn its performances into victories to climb out of the relegation zone, while Bournemouth look to maintain their unbeaten momentum in the Premier League.