Scott Parker's dramatic West Ham return leaves him struggling for words

Parker took charge on Tuesday and oversaw West Ham's comeback from 3-0 down to draw with Cardiff, though he's already lost his voice from the intensity.

Scott Parker has returned to West Ham as head coach after leaving Burnley following their Premier League relegation last April. He replaced Nuno Espírito Santo, who was sacked early Tuesday, and immediately made an impact in his first match: West Ham fought back from 3-0 down at half-time to draw with Cardiff on Wednesday, with Jarrod Bowen inspiring the comeback after Parker made triple changes at the break.

Parker, who spent four years at West Ham as a player, has brought Mark Noble into his backroom staff as an assistant coach alongside his existing role as sporting director. The 46-year-old is intent on leading West Ham to automatic promotion from the Championship at the first attempt, though he acknowledged the league's difficulty and the need for defensive improvement. West Ham currently occupy the final playoff spot after three games without a win.

Parker has a track record of winning promotion with Bournemouth, Burnley and Fulham, though his record keeping teams up in the Premier League is less impressive. He found backing from the club's largest shareholder Daniel Kretinsky, interim CEO Karim Virani and director of recruitment Nils Koppen, who were convinced by his knowledge of the club and promotion pedigree.