Thilo Kehrer has horror West Ham debut as ex-PSG defender gives away penalty after just 20 minutes for clumsy challenge

THILO KEHRER got off to a horror start at West Ham after giving away a penalty 20 minutes into his Premier League debut against Brighton.

The defender has been thrown straight into the team with David Moyes short of a few centre-backs.

West Ham are without a win in their opening two Prem games, losing to Manchester City and league newcomers Nottingham Forest.

And they got off to a nightmare start against Brighton as ex-PSG ace Kehrer conceded a penalty.

Centre-back partner Kurt Zouma lost possession, leaving West Ham short at the back.

Danny Welbeck was then slipped through on goal and Kehrer mistimed his challenge - bringing the former England international down.

The referee pointed to the spot and Alexis Mac Allister dispatched the spot-kick to fire Brighton ahead.

Kehrer completed his £10million switch to East London on Wednesday, penning a four-year contract.

The Hammers were especially eager to strengthen at the back after losing fellow new-boy Nayef Aguerd to a serious ankle injury last month while Issa Diop joined Fulham.

West Ham are yet to beat Brighton in the Prem in ten attempts - with the Seagulls undefeated in their five visits to the London Stadium.

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A win would mean Brighton have taken seven from an available nine.

The Seagulls started their campaign off with a win at Old Trafford over Manchester United.

They then followed that result up with a draw with Newcastle.