It was supposed to be a friendly, a lovely day for football, but West Ham United clearly didn't get the memo about being polite guests. From the moment the referee blew the whistle, the Premier League giants treated RC Portel like a group of tourists lost on the pitch. By the 8th minute, a corner kick had already shattered any illusions of a competitive afternoon, setting the tone for a match where the hosts were essentially reduced to spectators in their own stadium. With 9 shots on target against a measly 1 for the home side, it was less of a football match and more of a tactical execution. ⚽

The misery for RC Portel continued as they spent most of the afternoon chasing shadows and committing fouls just to feel like they were involved in the game. Even when they managed a glimmer of hope in the 61st minute, it was merely a consolation prize in a landslide. The Londoners were relentless, scoring from corners, free kicks, and penalties, proving that even their "friendly" intensity is enough to dismantle the local resistance. By the time the final whistle blew, the 1-6 scoreline reflected a gulf in class that was frankly painful to watch.

For RC Portel, the highlight of the day was arguably receiving a yellow card in the 77th minute—at least it showed they were still awake enough to break the rules. As for West Ham United, they pack their bags heading home with a dominant victory that will surely boost their confidence, while the hosts are left to ponder why they invited the wolves into the fold in the first place. A total masterclass for the visitors and a long, hard look in the mirror for the home side. 🔨