West Ham and Brighton played out an entertaining 2-2 draw at the London Stadium, with both sides exhibiting their attacking prowess but also their defensive vulnerabilities.

Despite West Ham taking the lead through Jarrod Bowen's early strike, Brighton responded quickly with a Danny Welbeck penalty to level the scores. However, the Hammers regained their advantage just before half-time when Lucas Paqueta converted from the spot. The second half saw Brighton push for an equalizer, and they ultimately found it through Joël Veltman's well-taken goal in the 61st minute.

The tactical reason behind West Ham's success was their ability to exploit Brighton's high defensive line. The home side's quick counter-attacks, led by the impressive Bowen, allowed them to create a number of dangerous chances, particularly in the first half. In contrast, Brighton's tactical failure was their inability to deal with West Ham's set-piece threats, leading to the two penalties they conceded.

The draw leaves both teams in the middle of the Premier League table, with work to do to secure their respective European ambitions. However, this match showcased the attacking quality of both sides, with Bowen and Welbeck delivering standout individual performances.