Captain Jarrod Bowen scored twice as West Ham secured a 3-2 victory over Bolton, moving them to the top of the Sky Bet Championship on goal difference. The England international opened the scoring after 13 minutes and added a second from just outside the box to earn a first ever win at the Toughsheet Community Stadium. Bolton equalised through Ethan Erhahon's maiden goal and Ruben Rodrigues converted a penalty, but Konstantinos Mavropanos headed an equaliser before Bowen completed the comeback.

West Ham goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu made crucial saves to preserve the win, denying Mavropanos and denying substitute chances from Manor Solomon and Joel Piroe. Bolton manager Steven Schumacher praised his side's performances despite the defeat, noting they've been unlucky not to collect points in recent games.