Cand H Match verdict Irons 3 Domzale 0 (Hammers win 4-2 on aggregate) No complaints …job done and we move on in our European adventure. Having got off to a perfect start with that early goal from Cheik Kouyate and seeing him complete the frst brace of his career before the break, the Hammers could […]
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Hammers stride on…and this player was amazing!
Posted on 04 August 2016.
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West Ham v NK Domzale
Posted on 04 August 2016.
Kick Off from The London Stadium @ 1945 Follow ClaretandHugh’s live text reporting here Domzale lead 2-1 on the first leg 1/Antonio charges forward brought down – no foul!!!!! 8/ Kouyate scores IT’S LEVEL ON AGGREGATE: Noble gets Valencia away down the left, he twists and turns before cutting the ball back to Byram and […]
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Excited DG tells fans: “We’re all part of history”
Posted on 04 August 2016.
Exclusive David Gold admits he’s as excited today as he can recall in a lifetime. The co chairman is heading for today’s opening game at the London Stadium with huge optimism and unashamedly sounding like an X-Factor later stages competitor declaring: “I’m living the dream.” ClaretandHugh spoke to him exclusively this morning and his first […]
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What to do if tonight’s ticket hasn’t arrived
Posted on 04 August 2016.
West Ham fans who have not received their tickets for tonight’s game were this morning told to pick them up at the ticket office when they arrive at the stadium. The club are aware that some tickets may have been delayedbut have made the arrangement to ensure that nobody is left disappointed ahead of the […]
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Westfield barricades go up ahead of game
Posted on 04 August 2016.
This was the sight outside Westfields shopping centre this morning as preparations were made to direct people attending tonight’s game away from the centre itself. Access to the centre will be barricaded off and the small entry to the shops will be manned by staff enforcing the no entry plan. A West Ham source told […]
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The stadium …calm before tonight’s storm
Posted on 04 August 2016.
Sean has been out to the stadium this morning and sent a couple of images. Clearly a lot of work has taken place overnight and these early morning pics relly do represent the calm before tonight’s storm. Be loud…be passionate everybody – this is now home and we need to put this little Slovenian outfit […]
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Hammers face ‘jackpot signings’ clash
Posted on 04 August 2016.
West Ham need to win and preferably convincingly at the London Stadium tonight if they are to hit the jackpot of attracting top new players. Slaven Bilic made that clear when asked if that was the case and answered: “One or two players,yes” That may well include Carlos Baccas who has been stalling on a […]
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Slav points out new stadium dangers
Posted on 04 August 2016.
Slaven Bilic has issued a warning that there could be some big adjustment difficulties facing the club at the London Stadium. ClaretandHugh was told a few weeks ago that Slaven may have fears that “every game is an away game” until life settles down. And yesterday he confirmed that there could be some problems as […]
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London Stadium: A thing of beauty
Posted on 03 August 2016.
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Vote of thanks to this guy!
Posted on 03 August 2016.
When ClaretandHugh emerged as a small blog a few years it’s intention was to provide inside information on transfers and offer features with players old and new. It wasn’t long before we hit News Now and our audience grew considerably. The comments that came our way weren’t and still aren’t always complementary. That’s the nature […]
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Security will be tight at the London Stadium
Posted on 03 August 2016.
West Ham supporters have been warned that security will be tight at the London Stadium this Thursday and Sunday as the Hammers play their first two games inside their new home. The former Olympic Stadium is seen as a major potential terrorist target and in the wake of the recent attack in Nice and previous […]
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What you can and can’t bring to the London Stadium
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Professional cameras with lens greater than 3 inches, Ipads, Tablets, Laptops, Camcorders, Large banners, Flags with poles, Beach balls, Frisbees, Large back packs and any suit case are just some of the items banned at West Ham’s new home. Stadium operators London Stadium 185 Limited has published a long list of what is and isn’t […]
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Inter Milan defender flies in for medical
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Inter Milan full back Davide Santon has reportedly flown into London ahead of talks and a medical with West Ham say the Daily Mail this afternoon. The 25 year old Italian will discuss a season-long loan which will cost the Hammers aroudn £500,000 with an option to make it permanent for £5m next summer. West Ham […]
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VIDEO: Irons squad trains at the London Stadium
Posted on 03 August 2016.
The lads got a big taste of the new stadium this afternoon as they trained on the pitch for the first time ever ahead of tomorrow night’s game. And tracking the session were the lads from our partners Hammers Chat who got this great footage as the manager and his staff put them through their […]
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London Stadium Code of Conduct
Posted on 03 August 2016.
London Stadium has published a code of conduct it expects all West Ham Supporters to abide by during football matches. All supporters are expected to remain seated, consume alcoholic in a responsible manner and not engage in abusive language. The London Stadium operators say they are committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable entertainment experience. The […]
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Report: Barcelona look to hijack Calleri deal
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Reports in Spain suggest that Barcelona could hijack West Ham’s move for Jonathan Calleri. Calleri confirmed on Agentinian TV earlier this week that he was on the move to the Hammers on a season-long loan. However, Mundo Deportivo are saying that Barcelona are requesting a meeting with his agent this week in a bid to convince him […]
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Sakho refutes West Brom medical claims
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Diafra Sakho has taken to social media to refute claims he is having a medical with West Bromwich Albion today. Posting a photo of himself on Snapchat this afternoon Sakho wrote: “Who says I’m going to do a medical?” The Daily Mail were one of a number of media outlets claiming the 26 year old West […]
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Running track is finally covered over
Posted on 03 August 2016.
The orange athletics running track at London Stadium has finally been covered today using a light green Astro turf but West Ham vice chairman Karren Brady insists the light green covering is only temporary surface and a better solution matched to the pitch colour will be in place before West Ham kick off their Premier […]
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Refreshes the parts of stadia other beers cannot reach
Posted on 03 August 2016.
West Ham has announced a five-year partnership with dutch brewer HEINEKEN.The long-term deal will see HEINEKEN become the Club’s official beer and cider partner at the London Stadium on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park until 2021.In addition to Heineken, supporters can enjoy some other beers and ciders including Amstel, Foster’s, Birra Moretti, Bulmers and Strongbow. Draft and bottles […]
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Bilic on Payet, Ogbonna, Collins, Cresswell and Lanzini
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Slaven Bilic held his first pre match conference at the London Stadium today. On team news Bilic explained: “Dimitri is joining us later in the week and we will not have have James Collins or Angelo Ogbonna available for the game. It is too early for them and they have not had the right amount of […]
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London Stadium Seating plan
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Here is the unofficial but accurate seating plan for the London Stadium showing the different bands and sections for West Ham in football mode. The seating plan is result of many hours of research from one dedicated West Ham supporter. The plan is reproduced here with the kind permission of user ‘Payet and Mash from […]
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Bacca gets a ‘make your mind up’ deadline
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Carlos Bacca has reportedly been told he has until the weekend to decide wether he wants a move to the Irons. But according to The Daily Express, it’s AC Milan who are calling the shots on the deal rather than us as the Italians look to raise crucial transfer funds. The Serie A club want […]
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Irons Europa clash cold shouldered
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Despite having shown the first leg of of our Europa Cup clash in Slovenia neither BT Sport or any other channel in any territory will be broadcasting the game tomorrow evening (Thurs). Quite apart from the fact that the match is delicately balanced and this is the first game ever played inside the London Stadium, […]
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West Ham have no plans to sell tickets through others
Posted on 03 August 2016.
West Ham has cleared up the mystery of how travel website Lastminute.com were able to advertise West Ham tickets for sale across the whole season. Last week, Lastminute.com were freely advertising match tickets across the entire West Ham Premier League season with several eager West Ham fans snapping up tickets. The £50 tickets were advertised in […]
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Callieri – the finances!
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Jonathn Callieri has agreed personal terms at around £40k a week with the Irons. The Argentine – who was hunted by Chelsea last season – has agreed to join the Irons after reported interest from Barcelona and Spurs. The talented 22 year old will need a work permit but that process cannot be completed until […]
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Hammers look at Inter defender
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Inter Milan defender Davide Santon is the latest name to be linked with the Irons as their frustrating hunt for a left back continues. According to the Mail the 25 year old Italian is keen to return to England following a four year spell at Newcastle and the Irons are attracted to his ablity to […]
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