Lucas Paqueta has time and space before unleashing a powerful strike past Robert Sanchez to give the Hammers a 1-0 lead against Chelsea at London Stadium.

Wearing the new Club World Cup winners badge, Chelsea was held to a scoreless draw at home against Crystal Palace, looking less than lively in their opening match. West Ham, which has spent more than $90 million to upgrade the team this summer, was crushed 3-0 by newly-promoted Sunderland.