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2:45 PM: That’s it from us and Slaven Bilic today here in East London after a strong 45 minutes of grilling from The Press, stay tuned across our Site and Social Media Platforms for all of the build-up and reaction from Saturday’s visit of Liverpool to The London Stadium and our future Live Blogs, thank you for tuning in and have a fantastic rest of your Thursday afternoon Hammers. ” The thing I like about them is that they never change…

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In the second round of Group Stage matches of the Checkatrade Trophy, Terry Westley’s Young Hammers make the trip West to face League One Bristol Rovers with an opportunity to secure Qualification to the Knockout Stages. The home side head into the clash off the back of an impressive home victory over MK Dons, while, our starlets are also brimming with confidence having made it three PL2 victories in four games against Manchester City on Saturday, setting things …

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It’s now time to delve deep into the primary points of discussion from Saturday’s gut-wrenching 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park, as Slaven Bilic was placed firmly back under the cosh. Hammers Concede Late Yet Again To Spoil Bilic’s Afternoon While many seasoned members of The Claret & Blue army would have claimed to be shocked by conceding in the 97th minute on Saturday afternoon, letting in late goals has become quite the trait for …

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It’s that time of the week again, to check in with our Hammer loanees at their various clubs both in England and on the continent as Reece Burke and Josh Cullen were demoted, Robert Snodgrass enjoyed his first Midlands derby and there was a surprise for Reece Oxford. Reece Burke and Josh Cullen (Bolton Wanderers) The young Academy duo of Burke and Cullen were subject to a change of teams in the last seven days in…

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A ferocious late strike from prolific Spanish striker Antonio Martinez gave Terry Westley’s young Hammers an impressive Premier League Two win over Manchester City yesterday at The Chigwell Construction Stadium. England Youth International Taylor Richards had given The Citizens an early lead before a magical goal from Nathan Holland levelled things up prior to the break and the aforementioned Martinez effort gave the hosts all three points. Victory for the Claret & Blue starlets means a two-place climb …

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What a difference a week makes, following West Ham has its ups and downs and the last 7 days have seen both extremes. The capitulation against Brighton was one of the most insipid performances I have seen a West Ham side produce in my time supporting the club. West Ham lacked leadership, motivation and seemed devoid of any plan, these failings were only highlighted by Brighton who were fantastically organised, stuck…

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On Matchday Ten of the 2017/2018 Premier League season, Slaven Bilic’s Hammers make the trip to South London to face off with Crystal Palace, in what could be a decisive clash for the Croat’s future in East London. The Eagles, under Roy Hodgson, come into the clash off the back of Tuesday night’s Carabao Cup embarrassment at the hands of Bristol City, meanwhile the travelling Claret & Blue Army will be brimming with confidence after …

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It’s now time to delve deep into the main topics of discussion from last night’s magical Wembley victory over Tottenham Hotspur, as the pressure on Slaven Bilic was partially relieved and our Hammers booked a place in the Carabao Cup Quarter-Finals. Ogbonna The Cup Hero Yet Again In Claret & Blue Italian defender Angelo Ogbonna, making only his seventh appearance of the season, was at the centre of the action at Wembley yesterday evening, as he headed the 70th-minute …

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After two terrific days of cup action, 16 teams have now become 8, with no less than 7 Premier League teams progressing to the next round. Arsenal 2-1 Norwich City (1-1 AET) Arsene Wenger made 11 changes to his Starting XI for yesterday’s game against Norwich. The Canaries took the lead after James Maddison took the ball from a slipped over Tom Tryball and fed Josh Murphy who raced through and dinked it over an outcoming Matthew Macey in the Arsenal goal. Arsenal’s unlikely hero …

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Throwback Thursday Article 26th October 2017 In this week’s edition of our weekly Throwback segment, we hear from Mike, 34 and a lifelong Hammers fan about a special Derby night at the enemy fortress of White Hart Lane. “Away days are always something very special an Armada of Claret & Blue travelling together across the country, but it is a short trip North that always seems to capture the imagination. No matter where it is, …

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” I will never lose faith in the players, they are my team, I rate them very highly but it’s also my job to demand more from them”. ” As I said after the game, I am the Manager and it is my full responsibility”. ” All the players were there and there is no excuses for that performance and especially, that result”. ” We must perform better than Friday…

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After another action and goal-packed weekend of The Premier League, it’s now time to reflect and break down the huge chunks of Game Week Nine, as our Hammers were stunned by The Seagulls on FNF and a ruthless Manchester City extended their lead at the very summit of the Table. Murray Double Inspires Seagulls To London Stadium Upset A brace from journeyman forward Glenn Murray assisted Brighton & Hove Albion to …

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Terry Westley’s bright young U23 side missed a catalogue of opportunities at The Recreation Ground yesterday afternoon, as Chelsea managed to hold out for a 0-0 draw in an entertaining Premier League Two encounter. In a game that was largely dominated by the visiting side, the young Hammers just couldn’t find a winner, whereas, both teams defended well and the hosts equally threatened when they went forward. A draw sees the West London side fall a place to tenth with ten points, but…

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After an enthralling Saturday of Football both in England and on The Continent, it’s that time of the week again to check in with our Hammer loanees at their various clubs. It would turn out to be another solid Matchday for Reece Burke and Josh Cullen, a joyous one for Robert Snodgrass, but a miserable one for Reece Oxford in The Bundesliga. Reece Burke and Josh Cullen (Bolton Wanderers) Having found their first victory of the season last weekend over Sheffield…

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In Matchday Eight of The PL2 Division One season, Terry Westley’s young Hammers make the trip to face Chelsea, with an opportunity to go level on points with reigning Champions Everton in second place. The hosts head into the tie off the back of a disappointing 1-3 home loss to Swansea City last Friday, whereas, our Hammer starlets are brimming with confidence following a thrilling 4-2 victory over Manchester United at The London Stadium. When? The tie will kick-off at 12:05 PM this…

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After another fantastic week of European Football for English sides, the Premier League finally returns tonight as our Hammers host Brighton & Hove Albion on Friday Night Football, before Super Sunday serves up a Wembley thriller. West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion (Friday 8 PM) To kick off all the Matchday Nine action, Chris Hughton’s Seagulls will be the visitors to The London Stadium in an intriguing bottom half clash on Sky Sports’ FNF. Our Hammers head into the clash in…

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Andy Carroll is a frustrating player to try and work out, at his best he is a dominant bully that will against even the best defence win you the game on his own, and yet also on his own he can just as easily cost you the game. His red card against Burnley so early in the game put his teammates on the back foot in trying to defend the early lead they had taken, a task they admirably…

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In this week’s edition of our weekly Throwback segment, we hear from Bob, 20 and a lifelong Hammer about the magical night that a Claret & Blue star was born. “I will never forget the West Ham first game that I took my girlfriend, Samantha, to and I am eternally grateful that she got a taste of a “proper” Upton Park atmosphere before our move to Stratford. It was late December 2015 and our Hammers were enjoying a magnificent season…

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“It was the same for Craig and it is for any Manager”. “I was born under pressure, I don’t know about a new contract”. “Troy Deeney is a very honest man, I think he just wanted to praise Watford”. “I am impressed with Brighton, clubs who are promoted always have that positive arrogance”. “Chris Hughton is underrated as a Manager” He has also proclaimed that Javier Hernandez and an ill Adrian should be…

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Young Spanish forward Toni Martinez became the first West Ham United player to score a hat trick at The London Stadium on Sunday and is undoubtedly one of the most prolific strikers at the club, but why has he never made a competitive appearance for the first-team? Today, we examine exactly why he is continually overlooked by Slaven Bilic and examine what the immediate future might hold for Martinez…

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Hooray, The Premier League is finally back and what a weekend of Matchday Eight action it truly was, as the City Train proved unstoppable for yet another week and our Hammers tasted late heartbreak at Turf Moor. Reds Held To Anfield Stalemate In what was arguably the weekend’s most exciting matchup on paper, there would be disappointment for audiences the World over as Jurgen Klopp and Jose Mourinho shared the points. In …

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Burnley started with the 4 5 1 that they have been using for most of this season to great effect, this changed to a 6 3 1 when they defended as the full backs dropped in as two extra centre backs with the wingers covering in their place. When they lost the ball every player except Chris Wood was behind the ball and they were keeping a very tight shape. While when they attacked they tended to hit…

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A first-half red card for Hammers forward Andy Carroll marred what would have been a respectable victory at Turf Moor on Saturday as Chris Wood netted a late header to rescue the hosts Burnley. Slaven Bilic’s Boys had seized an early lead through Michail Antonio before Carroll saw red and Wood converted an 85th-minute leveller to save the home side from what would have been a second defeat …

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11:30 AM: First-teamers Sam Byram, Declan Rice, and Edimilson Fernandes could all feature today, Team News in 30 minutes. 11:20 AM: If you are bored and waiting for kick-off here in Stratford, be sure to check out our Match Preview here: http://www.moorethanjustaclub.com/match-preview/match-preview-west-ham-united-u23s-vs-manchester-united-u23s-premier-league-two-division-one-matchday-seven/. An empty looking Press Lounge this morning. More to follow………… 11:00 AM: …

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It has been a very long International week, but the Premier League is back once again for Matchday Eight and it has some real treats in store this weekend, with a battle of giants at Anfield and our Hammers travelling to Turf Moor for an intriguing clash. Liverpool vs Manchester United (Saturday 12:30 PM) It is one of the world’s most-watched sporting events and we now have less than 24 hours to wait for The Reds to host The Red …

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As the Premier League returns from the second International Break of the season, we make the tricky trip to face an in-form Burnley side under Sean Dyche. Slaven Bilic’s Boys come into the clash off the back of a late vital win over Swansea City in late September, whereas, The Clarets also enjoyed a one-goal victory in their last game, beating The Toffees at Goodison Park. When? Kick-off is scheduled for 3PM tomorrow afternoon (Saturday 14 October 2017…

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