Gary Lineker reacts after Declan Rice scored in West Ham v Kidderminster
Gary Lineker reacted on Twitter after Declan Rice scored for West Ham in the dying seconds of the second half against Kidderminster.
The home side was brilliant throughout the game, and it was really heart-breaking for them as they were going towards a historic win.
However, a late goal from Rice, a moment of sublime individual brilliance saved the day for the Hammers as Jarrod Bowen went on to win it in extra time.
West Ham were so flat and poor throughout the game, and he came up with a calm and composed finish right at the end.
Lineker tweeted: “Utterly heartbreaking for Kidderminster. Seconds from causing one of the biggest upsets in the 150-year history of the FA Cup. Had to be Declan Rice. Only ever looked like it could be him.”
Newcastle legend, Alan Shearer, who was analysing the game as a pundit for BBC Sport, also tweeted: “Incredible. Declan Rice. Wow”
Rice to the rescue
It had to be Rice.
The England midfielder, who has been outstanding for the Hammers throughout the campaign, once again saved the day from humiliation.
His goal took the game to the extra time, where West Ham looked a better side and got the win thankfully.
The home side, still reeling from the shock, ran out of steam and ideas, but they managed to keep the game alive by remaining solid.
The Hammers, who are one of the main challengers for the top four, should be winning these games comfortably, and yet their struggles only add more concerns.
The likes of Issa Diop and Andriy Yarmolenko have been shocking, to say the least. The same can be said about Said Benrahma and Mark Noble as well.
The introduction of Rice and Jarrod Bowen in the second half saw an improvement, but Moyes won’t be pleased with the effort his side has shown in the cup clash.
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