Matterface explains why West Ham star will feel ‘disappointed’ by last week’s news.
Sam Matterface thinks Jarrod Bowen will be "disappointed" by his England squad omission after standout performance in West Ham's 4-1 win over Ipswich Town.
The 27-year-old scored the third goal for West Ham at the London Stadium on Saturday, 5 October, marking his second goal in seven Premier League appearances this season.
Jarrod Bowen was not included in Lee Carsley’s England squad for the upcoming international break, as announced last week.
During the Premier League All Access podcast on 7 October, commentator Sam Matterface shared his thoughts on Bowen’s performance, suggesting that the forward will need to be at his peak to secure a spot in the national team.
Matterface stated, “Jarrod Bowen did well in that game, I thought. He’ll be disappointed not to be in the England squad.
But it’s such a competitive environment now. You’ve got to be at your very, very best to get in there.”
Bowen’s importance to West Ham United is evident, as he doubled his goal and assist tally for the season over the weekend, bringing his total contributions to four in seven league matches.
Given the team’s struggles to adapt to Julen Lopetegui’s style of play, Bowen’s ability to make a difference in challenging situations underlines his significance to the squad.
Although fans have expressed frustration with the team’s results so far, it’s important to remember that West Ham is in a period of transition.
Despite the £150m spent on new signings this summer, expecting an immediate challenge for European football is perhaps unrealistic.
Bowen could aim to replicate or even surpass his 16 goals and six assists from last season.
While he has proven himself capable of leading the line in the absence of Niclas Fullkrug, a return to his preferred position on the flanks may help him rediscover the form that made him a fan favorite.
West Ham’s attacking lineup, which includes Bowen, Lucas Paqueta, and Mohammed Kudus, is one of the most talented in the Premier League.
Lopetegui’s challenge now is to find a way for this trio to consistently deliver, and the recent win over Ipswich could be the first step toward achieving that.
