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Arne Engels witnesses West Ham's blown lead in Burnley match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:25 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Arne Engels witnesses West Ham's blown lead in Burnley match

Summary

Arne Engels, recently transferred from Celtic to West Ham United for £22 million, missed his debut match against Burnley due to a registration issue. West Ham squandered a 2-0 lead, ending the match in a 2-2 draw, marking a challenging start for Engels. His move comes as West Ham aims for immediate promotion back to the Premier League. The decision to sell Engels attracted scrutiny, particularly ahead of Celtic’s crucial Champions League play-off. The club's supporters await Engels’ impact following this high-profile transfer.

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•Engels transferred to West Ham from Celtic for £22 million.
•He missed his debut match against Burnley due to registration issues.
•West Ham led 2-0 before ultimately drawing 2-2.
•Celtic's decision to sell Engels sparked debate before their European fixture.

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7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Arne Engels watches West Ham collapse after £22m Celtic transfer

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Arne Engels’ Celtic departure is only days old, but the midfielder has already been given an early taste of the pressure awaiting him at West Ham United.Arne Engels of Celtic FC (L) vies with Flavio...
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