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West Ham United forward Edvin Austbo announced his arrival in Claret and Blue with a sensational late cameo, registering his first goal and an assist in Saturday’s 3-0 victory over Derby County at the London Stadium. Introduced in the 77th minute by manager Nuno Espirito Santo to replace Manor Solomon, the 21-year-old Norwegian injected much-needed energy into a West Ham attack that had started to fade. West Ham controlled much of the contest after Joel Piroe’s early opener, but their failure to capitalise on first-half dominance kept Derby in the game. Austbo’s introduction changed the late stages, stretching Derby’s defence with purposeful runs. In the 87th minute, West Ham finally put the result beyond doubt. Arne Engels broke down the right and delivered a low cross into the box. After Jarrod Bowen’s effort was deflected into the six-yard area, Austbo reacted quickest, showing sharp instincts to turn home from close range and seal the three points. Austbo was not done yet. Deep into stoppage time, the ‘intelligent’ forward turned provider on a swift counter-attack, picking out fellow substitute Mohamadou Kante on the edge of the box. Kante fired low into the bottom corner to round off a convincing 3-0 win. In just 13 minutes on the pitch, Austbo registered two shots, a goal, and an assist. Arriving with a reputation as a dynamic forward capable of operating across the frontline, Austbo demonstrated exactly why West Ham were keen to secure his signature. His late-game impact gives Nuno Espirito Santo a valuable tactical option as the Hammers build momentum in the Championship. With back-to-back wins secured and a first goal under his belt, Austbo’s match-winning cameo firmly puts the young Norwegian in contention for a starting place in West Ham’s upcoming fixtures. The 21-year-old could yet prove key to West Ham’s push for an immediate Premier League return.