KURT ZOUMA NEWS

Scores in clean sheet win Zouma scored a goal on two shots (one on target), made two interceptions and added four clearances during Monday's 2-0 clean sheet victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Zouma headed home a Tomas Soucek assist just before half time to open the scoring and put West Ham on the board in this one. It was the defender's first goal in 11 starts this league season. He's notably averaging almost six clearances per match.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Liverpool Zouma (illness) is in West Ham's starting lineup for Wednesday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Zouma was a doubt for Wednesday's game after missing last weekend's draw with Southampton due to an illness, but he has been deemed fit enough to start alongside Thilo Kehrer in central defense against Liverpool.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss out Wednesday Zouma (illness) is still a doubt for Wednesday's trip to Liverpool, according to manager David Moyes. "Kurt has done a little bit of training but we don't know if he'll be right ye...

Impact Zouma is at least training, but this is now a multi-day illness that was originally described as "sniffles." It would be a surprise if Zouma missed out again Wednesday, but Moyes wasn't overconfident in a return, meaning Ben Johnson and Thilo Kehrer could again start at Liverpool.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Skipping Sunday Zouma (illness) isn't available in Sunday's match against Southampton.

Impact Zouma was ruled out Thursday due to the "sniffles" per manager David Moyes and now he's out Sunday too. With him and Craig Dawson unavailable, it's Thilo Kehrer and Ben Johnson getting the starts at center-back.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with sniffles Zouma missed Thursday's UECL match and is a late test for Sunday's match at Southampton because of "the sniffles," according to manager David Moyes.

Impact It's really hard to see Zouma missing Sunday's match, but he has to be marked after not being in the squad Thursday. He's started every league match this season and a possible injury to Craig Dawson means he should be a lock for the starting XI unless the sniffles turn into COVID-19 or something worse.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Zouma made a block, two clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Everton. He also took two shots (one on target) in the match.

Impact Zouma has started all seven of West Ham's matches this season heading into the September international break, taking six shots (two on target) from central defense and already making 39 clearances (fourth-most in the Premier League). But his side has kept just one clean sheet thus far and is sitting in the relegation zone at the moment.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Life in the fast lane: Kane double takes him to EPL landmark

Harry Kane used to be regarded as a slow starter to Premier League seasons

AUGUST 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kurt Zouma banned from keeping cats for 5 years for abuse

West Ham defender Kurt Zouma has been banned from keeping cats for five years and ordered to carry out 180 hours of community service

JUNE 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strong finish for rocky campaign Zouma played only 24 matches (all starts), scored one goal and added 132 clearances, 34 interceptions and 26 blocks.

Impact Zouma had a pair of injuries that held him back during his debut campaign with West Ham after joining from Chelsea. However, the centre back was always a factor when able to play, being third among all EPL players in clearances average per game. Regardless of who will be his partner next season, Zouma will probably be a top-tier fantasy alternative if healthy.

MAY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kurt Zouma pleads guilty to kicking and slapping his pet cat Kurt Zouma pleaded guilty to kicking and slapping his pet cat during his first hearing at Thames Magistrates’ Court earlier today.The court...

MAY 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kurt Zouma pleads guilty to kicking, slapping his pet cat

West Ham defender Kurt Zouma has pleaded guilty to kicking and slapping his pet cat in abuse caught on video

MAY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes it 90 minutes Thursday Zouma (ankle) started and went 90 minutes in Thursday's Europa League loss against Eintracht Frankfurt, producing an assist and one shot.

Impact Despite doing "light work" only a day ago, Zouma pushed through his injury to start Thursday in the Europa League semi-final. It was a surprising move and it unfortunately resulted in a loss for the Hammers. The question is if he'll continue to play through the issue because Craig Dawson won't be available for Sunday's league match.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doing light work Zouma (ankle) is "doing light work" and "ahead of schedule," according to manager David Moyes.

Impact A return schedule was never revealed for Zouma, so it's unclear what "ahead of schedule" means. No matter, Zouma is at least doing some work and is expected to return before the end of the season. For now, he'll remain a doubt for both legs of the Europa League semi-final.

APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kurt Zouma to appear in court next month for kicking cat Kurt Zouma will appear in court next month after being prosecuted by the RSPCA for slapping and kicking his pet cats.Zouma is due at Barking...

APRIL 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Remains without timeline Zouma (ankle) doesn't have a timeline to return, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact Moyes rarely gives solid information on his team's injuries and that's the case with Zouma, who injured his ankle April 10 and there hasn't been a solid update on him since. It doesn't appear likely he'll be available for a couple weeks, which puts West Ham in a tough situation, as Issa Diop is also injured.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out on Sunday Zouma (ankle) is not in the match day squad to face Burnley on Sunday.

Impact Zouma remains out after injuring his ankle during last week's match with Brentford. The defender was slated for further testing on the ankle, while his next chance to play will come in a week against Chelsea.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Why injured Kurt Zouma is such a big loss for West Ham It comes as no surprise that West Ham perform better with Kurt Zouma in the team. He will be a big loss in tonight's Europa League match

APRIL 14, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Needs further tests on ankle Zouma will miss Thursday's UEL match as he needs further tests and examination on the ankle injury suffered over the weekend.

Impact Zouma is considered a doubt for Sunday's league match against Burnley and more information should be revealed surrounding West Ham's UEL contest. If he can't go, Issa Diop is likely to move into the starting XI, something he's done a few times this season.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mbeumo, Toney combine for Brentford's 2-0 win over West Ham

Brentford looks sure to be playing a second season in the Premier League after Bryan Mbeumo and Ivan Toney combined to clinch a 2-0 win over West Ham

APRIL 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Comes off injured against Brentford Zouma was subbed out of Sunday's defeat against Brentford in the 29th minute after suffering an injury. He made six clearances in the match before being taken off.

Impact It is unclear whether Zouma will be forced to miss additional game time due to his injury, but Issa Diop replaced him in central defense on Sunday. He'll have a week to recover before West Ham's next match against Burnley.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

West Ham donates to animal charities after Zouma's fine

West Ham says it has made “significant” financial donations to animal welfare charities following the fine imposed on player Kurt Zouma for abusing his cat

MARCH 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kane, Son combine to lead Spurs to 3-1 win over West Ham

The most lethal attacking partnership in Premier League history was at it again as Harry Kane and Son Heung-min combined to earn Tottenham a 3-1 win over West Ham

MARCH 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inseparable: EPL rivals City, Liverpool to meet in cup semis

Manchester City and Liverpool just can’t be kept apart this season

MARCH 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores own goal in loss Zouma made two clearances but scored an own goal in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against Tottenham.

Impact Zouma opened the scoring for the wrong team Sunday as his side lost a crucial game in the race for the Premier League top four. He will want to bounce back after the international break against Everton, which have scored just 29 goals in 27 matches this season.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

West Ham defender Zouma to be prosecuted for animal abuse

West Ham defender Kurt Zouma is being prosecuted by an animal charity for kicking and slapping his cat in abuse caught on video

MARCH 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS