30-year-old’s goalless run extends to 22 months after short West Ham stay

Adama Traore was only at West Ham on a short-term deal, but his stay was part of a 22-month goalless run.

By James Ray · The 72

Published: Friday, 13 November 2026 at 3:26 PM

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Adama Traore's goalless drought has reached 22 months following his brief spell at West Ham United.
Traore left West Ham at the end of his short-term contract following the club's relegation from the Premier League.
The 30-year-old winger has not scored in 10 appearances across all competitions since joining Deportivo La Coruna.

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Former West Ham United winger Adama Traore has extended his goalless run to 22 months following his move to Deportivo La Coruna. The 30-year-old joined West Ham from Fulham on a short-term contract in January but departed at the end of his deal after failing to score during his six months at the London Stadium. His search for a goal has continued in Spain, where he has made 10 appearances across all competitions without finding the net.

Traore's last competitive goal came for Fulham against Leicester City on January 18, 2025. Despite his extended drought, writer James Ray suggests Traore could have been a valuable squad asset for West Ham in the Championship, noting his historic record of five goals and 10 assists in England's second tier.

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