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The classy Southampton star who enjoyed West Ham win even more than Lewis Dobbin

This classy Southampton star would have enjoyed the 3-2 victory at West Ham United even more than a relieved Lewis Dobbin.

By Kelan Sarson · Saints Marching

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Saints Marching argues James Ward-Prowse enjoyed Southampton's 3-2 win against West Ham more than Lewis Dobbin.
Southampton defeated Nuno Espirito Santo's West Ham United 3-2 away to boost their Championship promotion push.
Ward-Prowse admitted post-match that defeating his former manager and club carried extra personal significance.

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Saints Marching argues that Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse enjoyed the club's 3-2 victory over West Ham United even more than teammate Lewis Dobbin. Tonda Eckert's side secured the Championship win at the London Stadium behind goals from Dobbin and James Bree, leaving the Saints only three points behind second-placed Swansea City.

The writer highlights that the win was particularly sweet for Ward-Prowse after he was previously discarded by Hammers manager Nuno Espirito Santo before rejoining Southampton for £800k. Dobbin also silenced critics by scoring the decisive third goal after facing scrutiny following his £9m transfer from Everton.

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