Breaking Bad News for West Ham as their BEST PLAYER is now ruled out for 5 weeks and will miss New Castle and Arsenal game

Newcastle United Receive Boost as West Ham Star Mohammed Kudus Ruled Out for Five Weeks

Newcastle United have been handed a significant advantage ahead of their upcoming clash with West Ham United, as Hammers winger Mohammed Kudus has been ruled out for five weeks. The 24-year-old Ghanaian international will miss crucial matches against Newcastle and Arsenal, dealing a blow to West Ham’s already struggling campaign.

Background: Kudus’ Red Card and FA Charge

Kudus’ woes began during West Ham’s 4-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur last month. He was initially shown a yellow card by referee Andy Madley for an altercation with Micky van de Ven but was later upgraded to a red card following a VAR check. The incident earned Kudus an automatic three-match ban, which has since been extended by the FA.

FA Charge and Additional Sanction

The FA charged Kudus with violent conduct, leading to an independent regulatory commission hearing. Despite Kudus’ apology and acknowledgement of his actions, the commission handed down an additional sanction, increasing his suspension to five weeks.

Kudus’ Statement and Apology

In a letter to the commission, Kudus expressed deep embarrassment and regret over the incident. He accepted the charge, stating that he had lost his cool and acknowledged his behavior was out of character. Kudus also cited the challenging preparation for the match, including international travel and negative social media comments.

Impact on West Ham

Kudus’ absence will severely impact West Ham’s attacking prowess, particularly against Newcastle and Arsenal. He scored twice against Newcastle last season and has been a key player for the Hammers. His suspension leaves manager Julen Lopetegui with limited options and adds to the pressure on the under-fire coach.

Newcastle United’s Advantage

Newcastle United, on the back of three consecutive wins, will look to capitalize on West Ham’s misfortune. The Magpies’ defense, which has been solid in recent matches, will face a weakened Hammers attack. Eddie Howe’s side will aim to exploit this advantage and secure a crucial victory.

Upcoming Fixtures and Return Date

Kudus will miss West Ham’s matches against:

1. Newcastle United
2. Arsenal
3. Leicester City (initially, but will be eligible for selection on December 2)

Return Date: December 2, away to Leicester City

Conclusion

Mohammed Kudus’ five-week suspension has dealt a significant blow to West Ham United’s hopes of reviving their season. Newcastle United, meanwhile, will look to capitalize on the Hammers’ misfortune and continue their winning streak. With Kudus set to return on December 2, West Ham will hope to have turned their fortunes around by then.

Related Topics:

Mohammed Kudus
West Ham United
Newcastle United
Arsenal
FA Charge
VAR
Eddie Howe
Julen Lopetegui

Sources:

National World Publishing Ltd.
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