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‘Just try’ – Bree explains thinking behind stunner against West Ham

SAINTS right-back James Bree explained he tried to take advantage of the wet conditions when reflecting on his stunning goal against West Ham United.

By Dan Hargraves · Daily Echo

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 11:29 AM

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James Bree explained he tried to capitalize on wet conditions before scoring his stunning goal against West Ham.
Southampton secured a 3-2 victory over West Ham United at London Stadium.
Kuryu Matsuki and Lewis Dobbin scored Southampton's other goals, while Kyle Walker-Peters and Tomas Soucek scored for West Ham.

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Southampton right-back James Bree explained that wet weather conditions influenced his thinking before scoring a sensational half-volley against West Ham United. Bree's 11th-minute strike put Saints 2-0 ahead at London Stadium, contributing to an eventual 3-2 victory for Tonda Eckert's side.

Speaking to ITV Sport, the 28-year-old revealed his focus was simply on getting clean contact and hitting the target. Kuryu Matsuki and Lewis Dobbin also scored for Southampton, while Kyle Walker-Peters and Tomas Soucek netted for West Ham before goalkeeper Daniel Peretz preserved the win.

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‘Just try’ – Bree explains thinking behind stunner against West Ham

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