In a heated talkSPORT exchange on Tuesday (23 January), Carlton Cole stirred controversy by asserting that West Ham’s attacking trio—Mohammed Kudus, Jarrod Bowen, and Lucas Paqueta—is superior to Arsenal’s frontline featuring Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Martinelli.

O’Hara dismissed Cole’s assertion as “talking garbage,” passionately defending Arsenal’s stars. The debate intensified as Cole compared individual players, arguing for West Ham’s trio’s superiority. O’Hara countered, emphasizing the credentials of Arsenal’s forwards, leading to a fiery disagreement.

Despite the debatable nature of the discussion, West Ham’s trio has demonstrated exceptional form, outscoring Arsenal’s forwards, who collectively have struggled this season. Bowen’s 11 Premier League goals and Kudus’ six strikes showcase the Hammers’ attacking prowess.

While Arsenal fans may argue for a higher potential in their players, the current performance of West Ham’s frontline under David Moyes has proven impressive. The clash highlights the contrasting fortunes of the two clubs’ attacking units and sets the stage for an ongoing debate about their relative strengths.