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Should the lack of Plan B be the final straw at West Ham?

For the second home league game, the fans have left Upton Park wondering, why didn’t we win this one? The obvious reason was because we lost but it is how we lost that is the main cause for concern. Against Spurs on the opening day, we didn’t take advantage when they went down to 10… Read more »

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West Ham during the international break

With no match until Hull Away next Monday, I saw the international break as a time to sit back and enjoy some stress-free football. Current West Ham players and internationals such as Cheikou Kouyate, Winston Reid and Enner Valencia all played for their respected countries. Winston Reid captained his side to a devastating 3-1 loss to Uzbekistan in a key international match. Meanwhile, Cheikou Kouyate played an encouraging 87 minutes before being substituted in …

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Song tipped to shine

West Ham captain Kevin Nolan has tipped new signing Alex Song to be a massive hit at Upton Park following his summer move.

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Mediawatch – 10 September

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Sakho’s goal-a-game aim

West Ham’s striker Diafra Sakho is setting his standards high by aiming to score a minimum of a goal a game, according to Sky Sports.

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Sakho setting sights high

Diafra Sakho is determined to achieve a lot at West Ham United and has set a target of scoring at least one goal in every home game.

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Midfielder out for further month

West Ham captain Kevin Nolan is still around a month away from returning to the first team after fracturing his shoulder.

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Reid returns to All Whites duty

West Ham United’s Winston Reid said New Zealand must learn from their 3-1 defeat by Uzbekistan

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Ibisevic claims Prem interest

Stuttgart striker Vedad Ibisevic claims to have been a summer target for West Ham United and admits he could be on the move in January.

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FAN’S VIEW: Why Song’s diplomatic skills could have been fully tested

It was a shame that Alex Song was signed too late in the day before West Ham’s home game against Southampton. Encouraging though it was to have the player from Barcelona paraded on the ground before kick-off, it would have been nice to have one of the pre-match interviews with the former Arsenal midfielder.

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Hammers striker settling well

West Ham new boy Diafra Sakho says he already “feels at home” with the Upton Park outfit.

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‘I want to achieve things with West Ham’

The ambitious Diafra Sakho cannot wait to return to action for West Ham United after the international break

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Should West Ham have bowed down to his demands?

Just over two years ago, West Ham pulled off something of a coup in signing Mohamed Diame from Wigan Athletic in order to boost the Hammers’ midfield upon returning to the top flight. The Senegal international joined on a free transfer with West Ham beating the likes of Liverpool to secure his signature. However, despite… Read more »

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Kevin No?lan

Kevin Nolan. A man the majority of West Ham fans love to hate, but whether you like him or not since joining the club he as netted 30 goals in 120 games in all competitions, placing him amongst the top scorers list in consecutive seasons. But, with the likes of Mauro Zarate, Enner Valencia &… Read more »

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McDonald in Carlisle running

Former manager Neil McDonald could return to Carlisle to succeed Graham Kavanagh seven years after his mysterious departure.

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AC and Nobby to make Legends visit

Andy Carroll and Kevin Nolan will visit the Carlsberg Legends Lounge ahead of the visit of Liverpool

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Striker target could be on the move

Bosnian World Cup star Vedad Ibisevic has hinted at a possible future move to West Ham after missing out on a switch last month.

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Hammers striker nets in Ecuador win

West Ham United striker Enner Valencia scored for Ecuador in their 4-0 friendly win over Bolivia on Saturday.

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Hammer Lapthorne lifts US Open title

West Ham United fan Andy Lapthorne won his first Grand Slam singles tennis title in New York

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Captain Little heads Ladies to victory

Captain Stacey Little led West Ham United Ladies to a valuable 1-0 league win at Lewes Ladies on Sunday

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Hammers assistant set for exit

West Ham boss Sam Allardyce looks to be close to losing his number two as Neil McDonald is being heavily linked with the Carlisle Job.

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Reid ready to lead Kiwis again

Winston Reid has returned from a year’s absence from international football to represent New Zealand

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Mediawatch – 7 September

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Transfer window fans verdict part 2: Manchester United to West Ham

From the culling acumen of Louis van Gaal at Manchester United to the loan coup and strong hints of promise at West Ham, the fans have their say on the transfer window With the Glazer debt squeezing the club for nine years they have acted only when they thought their lavish sponsorship deals and a return to the top-four were in jeopardy. Our squad had become bloated with mediocre players. Louis van Gaal is a…

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Academy Ace – Djair Parfitt-Williams

Attacker Djair Parfitt-Williams knows hard work, dedication and ability are a winning combination

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Moncur looking to make mark

George Moncur is still hoping to make the breakthrough at West Ham United but is using a loan spell at Colchester United as a shop window.

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