Jarrod Bowen received high praise from Ian Wright following his standout performance for England in their dominant 5-0 win over the Republic of Ireland at Wembley on Sunday, 17 November.
Bowen came off the bench with 15 minutes left to play and wasted no time making an impact, scoring his first goal for the national team in a well-rehearsed attacking move. The West Ham captain’s strike added England’s fourth goal of the night.
Speaking on ITV1, Wright emphasized Bowen’s exceptional qualities and the training behind his goal. “Players like [Anthony] Gordon and [Noni] Madueke are great at running with pace, but Bowen brings an extra layer of quality,” Wright said. “The way he positioned himself and peeled off for the goal looked like something straight from the training ground. His technique was flawless — controlling the ball’s speed, keeping it low, and finishing with precision.”
Bowen’s milestone goal came on his 14th cap for England, marking a significant achievement in his international career.
With the international break over, Bowen now turns his focus back to West Ham, who are struggling to find consistency this season. As the team’s standout performer, Bowen will be crucial in helping the Hammers improve their form. His growing stature in Gareth Southgate’s England setup also highlights his increasing value at both club and national levels.
West Ham’s next challenge is a Premier League clash against Newcastle United at St. James’ Park on Monday, 25 November. Meanwhile, transfer rumors surrounding the club continue to swirl, with speculation that a new signing could impact Lucas Paqueta’s future at the London club.
