West Ham and Brighton End 2025 with a Thrilling 2-2 Draw, Extending Winless Streaks

The final match of 2025 ended in a 2-2 stalemate between West Ham and Brighton, with both teams failing to break their winless runs. The game was marked by a series of penalties, with three spot-kicks awarded within a 15-minute span in the first half. Jarrod Bowen opened the scoring for West Ham in the 10th minute, but Brighton were soon given two penalty opportunities. Danny Welbeck converted the first but missed the second, attempting a Panenka that hit the bar. West Ham were then awarded a penalty, which Lucas Paqueta successfully converted. The second half saw Brighton equalize through Joel Veltman, after Alphonse Areola palmed the ball out. Both teams had chances to win but ultimately settled for a draw. The result leaves West Ham on an eight-game winless streak, while Brighton have not won in six matches. Despite the disappointing outcome, both teams will look to turn their fortunes around in the new year.