There is a West Ham song called ‘ True, True Claret & Blue’ which was recorded in Basildon Studio by John Summerton and Mitch Horner. Claret and Hugh caught up with John & Mitch to ask them about their Hammers song. Mitch told us: “People started to ask me what inspired our West Ham song. I am a committed West […]
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Iron Maiden back new West Ham song
Posted on 08 April 2016.
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Premier League: from August to April – how every club’s mood has changed
Posted on 08 April 2016.
With the opening days’ fixtures reversed this weekend our writers look back to early August and gauge how each team compare to their pre-season targets Back in August, on the opening day of the season, Rudy Gestede leapt above the Bournemouth defence to head in the only goal of the game to kickstart Aston Villa’s campaign under Tim Sherwood. The future looked bright. Over in London José Mourinho railed at his medical staff …
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Irons snub Chelsea ‘star’
Posted on 08 April 2016.
The Irons board have rejected the chance to sign Alexandre Pato in the summer. Pato scored his first Chelsea goal of the season after making a debut against Ason Villa but fears he won’t be wated at Stamford Bridge next season when his loan spell ends. Representatives of Pato attempted to use his goal, albeit […]
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Wenger: Hammers are a ‘tough proposal’
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Arsene Wenger believes tomorrow’s trip to West Ham is a major obstacle for his Arsenal side to overcome if they are to have any hope of catching Premier League leaders Leicester.
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How West Ham United are laying the foundations for long-term success | Jacob Steinberg
Posted on 08 April 2016.
West Ham are pushing for Champions League qualification and in an FA Cup quarter-final. Under the exciting Slaven Bilic, they can avoid being the Premier League’s latest flash in the pan Four years after promotion from the Championship, West Ham United, who take on Arsenal in the early kick-off on Saturday, are challenging for Champions League qualification under an exciting manager and on Wednesday face Manchester United for a place in the FA Cup semi‑finals…
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Payet found right club and manager at right time
Posted on 08 April 2016.
The Mirror’s John Cross joins us today as a special guest blogger and casts his eye over tomorrow’s huge Boleyn clash against the Arsenal. ‘Crossie ‘ is an old pal and has been close to the north London club since he was working on the area’s local newspaper. He has since become one of the most respected […]
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West Ham vs Arsenal has Premier League and Champions League hopes riding on the result… so can the Hammers do their first double over the Gunners…
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Saturday’s London derby between West Ham and Arsenal has a lot more riding on it than just the usual bragging rights at Upton Park. If either lose, their main targets this season could be over.
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What TV channel is West Ham vs Arsenal on? What time is kick-off?
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Arsenal face a tough test in their bid to catch Leicester at the top of the Premier League table when they visit top four chasing West Ham for a London derby at Upton Park.
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Slav has no answers!
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Slaven Bilic admits he has no answer to the refereeing controversies that have disfigured our season. Although he declares himself ” a friend of new technology” he says: “It has to be low profile. The game needs to flow. It is hard for the officials now.” Speaking to the Evening Standard he said: “Take the Champions […]
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Premier League betting guide: Tottenham and Manchester United tips, Leicester odds, Arsenal and more
Posted on 08 April 2016.
It’s a shootout between Leicester and Spurs for the title and Man United can play a huge part this weekend. We’re backing a draw at the Lane plus find out our 60/1 treble and the rest of the tips.
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Hammers hero calls for change
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Tony Cottee has joined the demands for technology to be introduced to the game following the spate of horrendous decisions against the Irons. A recent ClaretandHugh poll on the issue saw over 90 per cent of the fans vote yes to its arrival and Cottee agrees saying said that poor decisions had cost us four […]
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Arsenal team news for Boleyn
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Arsenal Keeper Petr Cech is set to return for the clash against the Irons tomorrow. The former Chelsea stopper injured his calf in a defeat to Swansea in March and he has not played since, but he was an unused substitute against Watford last weekend and is now fully fit. He is set to take […]
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Everyone now expects Dimitri Payet to score, purrs West Ham boss Slaven Bilic as Frenchman targets more free-kick success
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Slaven Bilic believes Arsenal’s loss has been West Ham’s massive gain when it comes to French superstar Dimitri Payet. Arsene Wenger said he had been watching Payet for a ‘long, long time’.
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Slav poses a big Payet question
Posted on 08 April 2016.
Slaven Bilic appears to have suggested that the West Ham board’s Dmitri Payet coup will see other clubs totally re-thinking their signing policies. There’s a widespread view in the game that players of his age – 29 – should not command big fees because they have no sell-on value at the end of the contract. […]
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David Gold opens his gardens on Sunday
Posted on 08 April 2016.
As in previous years, West Ham Chairman, David Gold will be opening his Garden for the National Garden Scheme charity and St Catherine’s Hospice. The gardens are open this Sunday 10th April 2016 – 11.00am to 4.30pm. Entry is £5 for adults, children are free. Share This:
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“Slav gets angry if you don’t put in a shift”
Posted on 07 April 2016.
James Tomkins has revealed how he loves playing under Slaven Bilic. In a wide ranging interview – reproduced here the central defender discusses life under manager Slaven Bilic – the FA Cup prospects and much more. He kicks off by telling reporter Matt Lawless (seen above with Tonks): “Slaven is a really good with man-management. He’s […]
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Fry/Sullivan talks on Samuelsen
Posted on 07 April 2016.
Exclusive Peterborough United director of football Barry Fry ill have his first round of talks on Martin Samuelsen’s future next Wednesday night. Fry is keen to take the Norwegian teenager to London Road for next season’s campaign and told ClaretandHugh exclusively that he will open talks with David Sullivan. Fry – the David’s manager before […]
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West Ham flop from the 90s talks Redknapp, Bilic and the Premier League
Posted on 07 April 2016.
Who remembers Florin Raducioiu? The Romanian arrived in East London from Espanyol in 1996 as one of several ‘bargains’ Harry Redknapp became known for during his spell as manager of the club. Raducioiu was signed for just £2.4m – and after just three goals in 12 first team appearances – was sent back to Spain just six months later
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Blowing Bubbles: West Ham, Barry Fry and the Hammers under Wenger
Posted on 07 April 2016.
West Ham are in for a very bright future on and off the pitch according to a man who spent two and half years working with the club’s joint chairman David Gold and David Sullivan. In a wide-ranging interview for Blowing Bubbles Monthly, Peterborough United’s Director of Football Barry Fry feels the claret and blue
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Two formations West Ham should consider until the end of the season
Posted on 07 April 2016.
For many of us, an unexpected element of luck comes our way during our lifetime. When we examine the overall history of our club, I think it only fair to say that luck has not always been on our side. However, when I awoke the other morning, it took me very little time to appreciate
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‘Arry passes judgement on Slav
Posted on 07 April 2016.
Exclusive Slaven Bilic has received a “serious well done mate” from the man who brought him to West Ham – Harry Redknapp. The former Hammers boss – now assisting Darren Wassall in the Derby County promotion push – spoke exclusively to ClaretandHugh declaring: “Slaven has done a fabulous job. He’s a good lad. “I think […]
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Bonzo’s shirt adorns Olympic Stadium
Posted on 07 April 2016.
The prototype of a Claret and Blue shirt with Billy Bonds name on it is now proudly hanging in the Olympic Stadium. A number of these shirts will hung around the former Olympic Stadium as part of the continuing WestHamifcation of the stadium ahead of the Hammers move in August. Meanwhile the club has posted […]
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Bilic ready for big Gunners clash
Posted on 07 April 2016.
West Ham boss Slaven Bilic admits Saturday’s clash with Arsenal could make or break both teams’ season.
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Report: South American scouted by Hammers
Posted on 07 April 2016.
West Ham are scouting a South American youngster called Federico Martinez according to reports in the Sun newspaper. The tabloid claim the 20-year-old winger has broken into the first team at Liverpool FC in Uruguay. It says Hammers scouts have been impressed with displays of the £1million-rated youngster and see him as one for thr the […]
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Pundit predicts end to Fortress Boleyn record
Posted on 07 April 2016.
Sky pundit Paul Merson predicts West Ham’s 230 day unbeaten record at the Boleyn ground will come to an end on Saturday afternoon. Paul old the Sky Sports website “Both teams need to win. It’s a good game really because a draw is no good to either of them. If Arsenal think they are going to […]
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Besiktas Tore price leaves Irons cold
Posted on 07 April 2016.
Besiktas president Ahmet Nur Cebiare today is reported as saying he wants €30 million for star midfielder Gokhan Tore according to club vice-. Asked about possible West Ham interest he said: “If they give €30 million we would have to think about it, we have to think about business as well.” However, with the […]
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