When she got home Saturday, Viviane Asseyi dialed her mother – a post‑match habit she’s kept for years.
Her mum burst out laughing, teasing, “You were terrible!” The chuckle lifted Asseyi; she knows her mother will hear both praise and criticism, and she’ll keep pushing forward.
The call came after a 3‑0 defeat at Brighton. Though West Ham dominated possession and out‑shot their hosts, the score didn’t reflect the effort. For my money, her determination outweighs the loss. “I breathe the game,” the forward admitted.