West Ham United 1-1 Everton Player Ratings: Michael Keane Rated 8.5 as Premier League Sides Share Spoils in Tight Contest

In a tightly contested Premier League encounter reminiscent of a classic English showdown, West Ham United and Everton played out a 1-1 draw at Goodison Park in a match defined by intensity, determination, and fine margins. Everton made a bright start and were rewarded for their early dominance when Michael Keane shone brightest to head home from a corner, sending the home supporters into raptures. However, West Ham responded with resilience, growing into the game and eventually drawing level through a well-taken goal by Jarrod Bowen, who finished off a swift counter-attack with composure. Both sides pushed for a winner in the closing stages, but a series of crucial saves at either end ensured the spoils were shared — a result that, on balance, reflected the even nature of the contest. Here are Sportsdunia's West Ham United vs Everton Player Ratings:

West Ham United Player Ratings vs Everton

Let's take a look at West Ham United Player Ratings from West Ham vs Everton Premier League match:

Goalkeeper

Alphonse Areola - 7.5: We thought Areola was superb today. He made five saves, including a couple of really crucial stops inside the box. He couldn't do anything about Keane's powerful header. His distribution was decent, and he commanded his area with confidence. A really solid performance between the sticks.

Defenders

Kyle Walker-Peters - 6.5: Had a bit of a mixed bag of a game. He was booked for a clumsy challenge and seemed to struggle with the trickery of Grealish at times. He did contribute going forward, creating two chances, but was defensively suspect on occasion. An average day at the office.

Maximilian Kilman - 7.0: A really solid outing from Kilman, in our opinion. He was a rock at the back, making an impressive nine clearances and winning most of his duels. He was aggressive and read the game well. The yellow card was the only blot on an otherwise commanding defensive display.

El Hadji Malick Diouf - 6.0: It was a difficult afternoon for the defender. What stood out to us was how often he lost possession, a staggering 22 times. He seemed a bit off the pace and struggled to impose himself on the game. Not his finest hour, and he'll be hoping for better next time out.

Konstantinos Mavropanos - 6.5: He was generally solid, making seven clearances and winning most of his duels. However, he picked up a yellow card and, more frustratingly, missed a golden opportunity with a header. It was a decent performance but could have been so much better had he buried that chance.

Midfielders

Crysencio Summerville - 7.0: We were impressed with Summerville. He was a livewire throughout his time on the pitch, always looking to take players on and make things happen. He had a decent shot on target and was a constant threat before being substituted. A promising display.

Lucas Paquetá - 7.5: The creative heart of the team. Paquetá was pulling the strings in midfield, creating three key passes and always looking for that killer ball. His vision and passing range were a joy to watch. He was a major reason West Ham got back into the game.

Mateus Fernandes - 6.0: A very quiet game from our perspective. While his pass accuracy was high, he didn't offer much in an attacking sense and seemed to play it safe too often. He committed a few fouls and struggled to make a real impact on the proceedings. A forgettable performance.

Jarrod Bowen - 8.0: What a player. He was the difference-maker for his team, scoring the crucial equalizer with a clinical finish. He was a constant threat with his movement and his desire to shoot. A true captain's performance, leading by example and dragging his team to a valuable point.

Soungoutou Magassa - 6.0: He had a tough time out there. He picked up an early yellow card and was substituted before the hour mark. He never really got a chance to grow into the match or show what he can do. A frustrating day for the midfielder.

Forwards

Niclas Füllkrug - 7.0: A proper handful for the Everton defence. He was a huge physical presence, winning his aerial battles and linking up play effectively. He created three chances for his teammates which was a great contribution. He’ll be disappointed not to have scored, but it was a strong performance overall.

Substitutes

Freddie Potts - N/A: Came on for the final 30 minutes but didn't have enough time to make a significant impact.

Luis Guilherme - N/A: Introduced late in the game with little opportunity to influence the result.

Igor Julio - N/A: A stoppage-time substitution to see out the draw.

Andy Irving - N/A: Brought on in the dying moments of the match.

Manager

N. Simões Espírito Santo - 7.0: He'll be happy with a point on the road. His team showed great character to come back from a goal down. The tactics were sound, especially the use of the counter-attack which led to the goal. A well-earned draw.

Everton Player Ratings vs West Ham United

Let's take a look at Everton Player Ratings from Everton vs West Ham Premier League match:

Goalkeeper

Jordan Pickford - 7.0: Pickford was reliable when called upon. He made two important saves and couldn't be faulted for Bowen's excellent finish. His distribution was solid as ever. A standard, dependable performance from the England number one.

Defenders

Michael Keane - 8.5: Our Man of the Match. He was simply immense. Not only did he score the opening goal with a brilliant header, but he was a colossus in defence with 11 clearances. He won his headers, made his tackles, and led the backline superbly. An outstanding performance.

James Tarkowski - 7.0: A typically robust performance from the captain. He formed a strong partnership with Keane, making six clearances and providing a real physical presence. The yellow card was a minor blemish on an otherwise solid defensive effort.

Jake O'Brien - 6.5: Mostly a decent game from the young defender. He contributed with seven clearances and held his own for large parts of the match. However, from our perspective, the error that led to a shot was a heart-in-mouth moment that he needs to cut out of his game.

Vitaliy Mykolenko - 6.5: A solid, if unspectacular, performance. He was defensively sound and made five clearances, doing his job without any fuss. The late yellow card was unnecessary, but he was reliable for his team throughout the 90 minutes.

Midfielders

Iliman Ndiaye - 7.0: Looked like a real creative spark for Everton. He created two chances and was always looking to make things happen in the final third. It was a surprise to us when he was substituted, as he seemed one of the most likely to unlock the West Ham defence.

Jack Grealish - 7.5: He was a constant thorn in West Ham's side. The opposition simply couldn't handle him, as shown by the five fouls he drew. He created four chances and was the main source of Everton's attacking threat. A very influential display.

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall - 6.5: An all-action display, as we've come to expect. He covered a lot of ground and worked tirelessly for the team. However, he was a bit reckless at times, giving away fouls and picking up a yellow card. Plenty of effort, but lacked a bit of quality.

Idrissa Gueye - 7.0: The anchor in midfield. He was incredibly tidy in possession, boasting a 95% pass accuracy. He kept things simple and effective, recycling the ball and breaking up play. A disciplined and important performance.

James Garner - 8.0: A fantastic performance that nearly earned him Man of the Match. He provided the pinpoint assist for Keane's goal and was a constant threat with five shots. He was everywhere, contributing in both defence and attack. An excellent all-round display.

Forwards

Beto - 5.5: A really disappointing day for the striker. He was handed a golden opportunity but missed his big chance. He struggled to get involved in the game, losing the majority of his duels and offering very little threat. It was no surprise to see him substituted.

Substitutes

Thierno Barry - N/A: Replaced Beto but couldn't provide the spark Everton needed up front.

Tyler Dibling - N/A: Came on for the final ten minutes but had little time to make an impression.

Manager

D. Moyes - 6.5: He will be deeply frustrated with this result. His side took the lead and looked in control but couldn't hold on. The decision to start Beto backfired, and the team couldn't find a winner after being pegged back. A case of two points dropped at home.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match goes to Michael Keane