After all the concern about extra security for their supporters it seemed Chelsea had forgotten all about protecting their own goal as West Ham won the first London derby at their new home.
Posted on 26 October 2016.
After all the concern about extra security for their supporters it seemed Chelsea had forgotten all about protecting their own goal as West Ham won the first London derby at their new home.
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
The Hammers wasted no time in issuing a statement immediately after the game making clear that the trouble which flared at the end of the game will have devastating consequences for the individuals involed. The statement made it clear that once identfied culprits will be banned for life …and from the size of the melee […]
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
West Ham’s fantastic victory over Chelsea tonight was the defining moment of our season so far. I – like many others – have believed a victory would see the season turn and for the stadium to start feeling more like home. So sadly, some idiots made sure the hope of ‘home’ was perhaps still a […]
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
Manchester United will face West Ham in one of two all-Premier League EFL Cup quarter-finals.
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
Manchester United will play West Ham at Old Trafford in the last eight after beating rivals Manchester City 1-0 on Wednesday night. Meanwhile, Arsenal face Southampton at home.
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
Manchester United’s reward for knocking out holders Manchester City is a home EFL Cup quarter-final tie with West Ham.
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
Trouble flared halfway down the Trevor Brooking Stand behind the Irons goal towards the end of tonight’s game with segregation seemingly at the bottom of the problem. Fans met on the walkways and both police in riot gear and stewards were involved in calming things down as they looked to spill into serious trouble. They […]
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
We are on our way to meet United at Old Trafford. That’s the Irons ‘reward’for a magnificent victory over Chelsea tonight but with the confidence now sky high and the Hammers truly on their way there’s no fear factor. City squeezed through in their game against City this evening whilst we were as good as […]
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
West Ham advanced to the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup after beating Chelsea 2-1 at the London Stadium on Wednesday.
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
The police have released images of seven men they want to speak to in connection with violence at a West Ham and Middlesbrough game. The game on Sunday, 1st October saw troubles outside the ground and police want to identify the men in the images released. Four other men were previously arrested for affray and […]
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
A spokesman for the Metropolitan Police confirmed to Sportsmail that there are no plans to hold Chelsea fans back, which the force’s Football Unit also confirmed via its Twitter account.
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
Slaven Bilic has played down the “massive rivalry with Chelsea ” hype by declaring: “It is not like we are playing Millwall.” But he added of the team’s attitude to the game: “I don’t want them to be calm, no, no. I want them to be focused and up for it but at the same time […]
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Posted on 26 October 2016.
Chelsea football club have published advice to their 5,200 fans attending the London Stadium tonight and warned those without a ticket not to travel. The Statement says: “Our EFL Cup match against West Ham United on Wednesday will be the first derby held at the London Stadium and we would like to give supporters attending […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
West Ham are hoping for a trouble-free night off the pitch when they host rivals Chelsea in the EFL Cup but manager Slaven Bilic will not instruct his players to remain calm.
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Chelsea have implored West Ham to keep fans safe when the two sides meet in a potentially explosive derby match on Wednesday night with special measures being taken to keep them apart.
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Arsenal’s Alex Iwobi has revealed that he could have become a Hammer.Iwobi is currently keeping out likes of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Lucas Perez, but the 20year old has revealed how he could have been turning out for us if things had been different. GETTY He said “Arsenal and West Ham were interested in me and Chuba […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Gonzo tells you where to get a drink before Chelsea game Following a consultation with the police and licensing authorities I’m delighted to confirm that it will be business as usual for the Hammers Chat boats for tomorrow’s game against Chelsea. As reported below, security will be high for the game in what will be […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
There appears to be a chance that Andre Ayew may make his return against Chelsea tomorrow night (Wed). According to a retun in the London Evening Standard the Hammers “could be boosted by striker Andre Ayew returning to his squad for the first time since the opening match of the season — also against Chelsea.” Ayew, […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
London Stadium caterers Delaware North will be running an early bird promotion to encourage fans to get to the ground early tomorrow night before West Ham face Chelsea in the EFL cup. Stadium doors open at 5.45pm tomorrow night, a full two hours before kick off and draft beer will be on special offer at […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has called for respect from all sides at Wednesday’s EFL Cup clash at London rivals West Ham.
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has called on supporters to be calm at Wednesday’s EFL Cup clash at London rivals West Ham.
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Police have asked local pubs near to the London Stadium to close their doors at 6pm tomorrow. ClaretandHugh has been told that police officers visited a number of pubs in and around Stratford and asked them to close their doors between 6pm and 8pm tomorrow evening in attempt to avoid potential violence. ClaretandHugh spoke to […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
West Ham manager Slaven Bilic says he has no problems with Chelsea boss Antonio Conte’s touchline behaviour, ahead of their Wednesday night EFL Cup showdown.
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Slaven Bilic has all but dismissed suggestions that he holds a loan interest in one time taret and regular Chelsea sub Michy Batshuayi. Newspaper reports arose a few weeks ago of a possible loan move to Upton Park but ClaretandHugh was told at that time there had been no contact although our insider explained: ” You […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Slaven Bilic claims he will be putting out his strongest possible side for tomorrow night’s clash against Chelsea. Speaking at his presser ahead of the game he said: “I said after the Sunderland game that the approach would be to play our strongest possible team. We played on Saturday and the game is Wednesday and then […]
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Posted on 25 October 2016.
Slaven Bilic has given his pre-match conference ahead of the EFL clash against Chelsea tomorrow night. Slav told the media “It’s a tough game against Chelsea in a London derby so it’s a big occasion, for sure. I can only repeat what I’ve said before, is that all we can do is try to play good […]
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