It’s fair to say our move to London Stadium hasn’t gone to plan so far. From major stewarding issues, to fans pathetically fighting each other to sub-standard performances on the pitch, the era we were all sold hasn’t gotten off to the best of starts. However, no one can deny that this shiny new era […]
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Video: Does this sum up West Ham’s move to London Stadium so far?
Posted on 04 January 2017.
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West Ham’s Sofiane Feghouli has red card against Manchester United rescinded
Posted on 04 January 2017.
• FA clears midfielder to play in FA Cup against Manchester City on Friday • Manchester City’s Fernandinho banned for four games after appeal fails West Ham’s midfielder Sofiane Feghouli has had his red card against Manchester United rescinded by the Football Association but Manchester City’s Fernandinho must serve a four-game ban after failing with an appeal against his sending-off in the win over Burnley . Feghouli was dismissed by Mike Dean following a collision …
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Feghouli escapes three match ban
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Sofiane Feghouli has had his claim of wrongful dismissal upheld today [Wednesday 4 January 2017] following an Independent Regulatory Commission hearing. The West Ham United player was sent off for serious foul play by controversial referee Mike Dean during the game against Manchester United on Monday 2 January 2017 – a decision which brought a […]
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Hammers admit their Defoe position …with a warning
Posted on 04 January 2017.
EXCLUSIVE ClaretandHugh can confirm there has been definite contact between West Ham and Sunderland as the Irons move in on their prime target – Jermain Defoe. Reports arose early this afternoon that the Hammers have told the Black Cats to name their price for the 34 year old hitman who left the club in 2004…and […]
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Feghouli red card over turned
Posted on 04 January 2017.
West Ham have confirmed that a Football Association Regulatory Commission has upheld the Club’s claim for wrongful dismissal in respect of the red card shown to Sofiane Feghouli against Manchester United. The midfielder was sent-off during the first half of the Hammers’ 2-0 Premier League defeat by the Red Devils at London Stadium on Monday […]
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West Ham successfully appeal against red card handed to Sofiane Feghouli
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Feghouli was dismissed just 15 minutes into the clash at the London Stadium on Monday by referee Mike Dean following a collision with United defender Phil Jones but the decision has now been reversed.
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Transfer news: West Ham to make £7m Defoe offer after Sunderland reject initial bid
Posted on 04 January 2017.
West Ham are prepared to increase their offer for Jermain Defoe to £7million after Sunderland rejected their latest proposal. He is wanted by his former club who have made overtures to take him back recently.
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Sunderland fan site response to Defoe bid
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Sunderland fan site salutsunderland.com have written an open letter to Jermain Defoe, Slaven Bilic and Sunderland chairman Ellis Short in response to transfer speculation around their star striker and the Hammers interest in him. They write: “1. Jermain Defoe: you are not paid to be a Sunderland supporter but you know what adoration you inspire among those […]
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Sunderland told to name their price
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Sky sports News claim West Ham are prepared to increase bid after Sunderland rejected a £6 million offer for Jermain Defoe. Sky say West Ham have asked Sunderland at what price they will sell their priceless striker. Sky Sports news reporter Kaveh Solkehol delivered an update on the Hammers’ pursuit of their former striker after tabling […]
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West Ham target linked with £30m move to China
Posted on 04 January 2017.
West Ham target Carlos Bacca has multiple offers from clubs in China, according to the Italian media. It is claimed the striker could leave the San Siro during the January transfer window. The Hammers are expected to come back in for Bacca now the transfer window is open again but, according to Tuttosport, they face competition […]
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Could Enner Valencia return to West Ham?
Posted on 04 January 2017.
The Liverpool Echo claim today that Enner Valencia could make a surprise return to his parent club West Ham during January. After failing to start a single Premier League match before December. Valencia started back to back matches against Arsenal and Liverpool before Christmas, he started against Hull on December 30th and stepped off the […]
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Patience required but pressure is really on
Posted on 04 January 2017.
There are people in this world who believe the opening of the transfer window is similar to rubbing a magic lantern and watching a genie appear ready to supply everything required on our wish list. Frankly I gave up on pantomime nonsense when I was about 12 – hoping for the best and fearing the […]
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The Premier League’s likely winners and losers from 2017 Africa Cup of Nations | Paul Doyle
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Liverpool, Manchester United, Sunderland, Leicester and others may be hit by loss of players to tournament as clubs such as Chelsea, Manchester City capitalise Now is the time for top clubs to prove that to be forewarned really is to be forearmed. Everyone knew that the Africa Cup of Nations was on the agenda for early 2017 and now, with 23 Premier League players among those heading off to Gabon to compete for their countries in what their employers view as …
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FA announce Referee for Friday
Posted on 04 January 2017.
The Football Association has appointed Michel Oliver to officiate this Friday night’s FA Cup Third Round tie between West Ham and Manchester City. Born in Ashington, Northumberland the self-confessed Newcastle United fan Oliver was introduced to refereeing by his father, Clive, at the age of 14. He quickly progressed through the ranks and was promoted […]
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Zaza never wanted to join West Ham says father
Posted on 04 January 2017.
The father and agent of Simone Zaza says that his son never wanted to join West Ham. “Nobody forced us, but Simone would never have chosen to go abroad,” Antonio Zaza told Juvenews. “He loves Italy and Serie A. It was just a series of circumstances which took him to the Premier League. What’s done is […]
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Video of singing steward was not West Ham!
Posted on 04 January 2017.
A video of a steward joining in singing with Manchester United fans at London Stadium on Monday was NOT a West Ham steward the club have revealed. The video posted by an away supporter went viral on social media as West Ham supporters wrongly believed the steward was employed by the stadium operators. In reality the […]
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Football transfer rumours: Chelsea keen on West Ham’s Michail Antonio?
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Today’s fluff has got a fist of pure emotion It has already been a good year for Chelsea . The opening days of 2017 have seen both Arsenal and Liverpool unexpectedly drop points in away games they might have expected to win comfortably, leaving the Blues basking in the luxury of both a game in hand and a five-point lead at the table’s summit. All of this has given Antonio Conte a little…
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Slav only has eyes for former Iron
Posted on 04 January 2017.
West Ham are not ready to give up on the chase for Jermain Defoe and are considering lining up a £7 million bid. They are aware of Sunderland’s huge reluctance to sell but intend to make life as difficult as possible for Black Cats owner Ellis Stafford and could raise the ante to £7 million. […]
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West Ham striker will be loaned to Turkey
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Turkish website Fanatik claims Besiktas are very close to signing Jonathan Calleri on loan for the remainder of the season. The article says Besiktas have made an agreement with Calleri’s holding club Deportivo Maldonado for €4m and now 23-year old is close to joining the Turkish club. Besiktas’ president Fikret Orman is convinced that Calleri […]
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Watford and West Ham track Scott Hogan but are yet to make a formal bid for the Brentford striker
Posted on 04 January 2017.
Watford and West Ham have interest in Brentford striker Scott Hogan but have yet to make formal offers for the 24-year-old. Reading were rebuffed with a £7million proposal last week.
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Sunderland reject Defoe bid
Posted on 03 January 2017.
Sunderland have knocked back West Ham’s move for Jermain Defoe – and insisted he is not for sale claims John Cross in the Daily Mirror. Mirror Sport say West Ham have now made official contact with the Black Cats and are willing to pay £5m for the 34-year-old striker but the approach was immediately rebuffed. This […]
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West Ham appeal red card
Posted on 03 January 2017.
West Ham have told the Football Association they will appeal against the red card shown to Sofiane Feghouli during Monday’s defeat to Manchester United. Feghouli was sent-off after 15 minutes by arrogant referee Mike Dean for a 50/50 tackle on Manchester United defender Phil Jones as the Hammers lost 2-0 at the London Stadium. Replays show […]
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Strictly poor, ref: The spotlight is on flamboyant Mike Dean, the former dancing champion so often at the centre of controversy
Posted on 03 January 2017.
CRAIG HOPE: He is the maverick referee at the eye of the storm and one best known for theatrical gestures, dummying the ball and even celebrating his own officiating.
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Big Sam will attempt to sign West Ham defender
Posted on 03 January 2017.
Sam Allardyce will attempt to bring James Collins to Crystal Palace over the January transfer window a source close to Croydon based club has revealed. Ginge and Big Sam are known to very close and Allardyce will use that friendship to help win over the Welsh man. Collins is out of contract in the summer […]
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Acting precious is not a good look for genius Man City boss Pep Guardiola
Posted on 03 January 2017.
MARTIN SAMUEL: The last Spanish coach called Pep who came here didn’t think much of English football, either. Pepe Mel lasted 123 days and won three games in 17, before West Brom sacked him.
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London Stadium steward joins in with away song
Posted on 03 January 2017.
A London Stadium steward can be seen joining with Manchester United fans chanting a Cantona song yesterday. It is the latest proof of a disconnection between the home West Ham fans and stewards. ClaretandHugh understands there are a large number of the one thousand plus stewards who support Manchester United and this incident was told […]
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