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Given that we have no fresh injury worries, I wouldn’t be surprised if Allardyce lined up with the same starting XI that put in such a pathetic performance at home to Crystal Palace last weekend. Guy Demel returns from a virus, so he could step in for George McCartney, which might just be the only… Read more »

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Seven points is all that separates as from the relegation zone but, with just three games left to play, we can all but assume that we’ll be playing Premier League football next season. If other results go our way we could be mathematically safe by tonight, even if we lose to West Brom at The… Read more »

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When West Ham were relegated in 2010/11 with one game of the season remaining following the 3-2 defeat at Wigan Athletic, their Premier League status wasn’t the only thing they lost, as the clubs’ hierarchy dispensed with a the services of then manager Avram Grant immediately after the match. David Sullivan and David Gold’s aim… Read more »

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For six weeks now I have made excuses to myself. Excuses that gave me a valid reason not to write my regular weekly article. Indeed, six weeks where I have sought reasons to stop myself sharing my thoughts and opinions with fellow fans. Something that I enjoy. The main reason? How many times can you… Read more »

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As we edge closer to the end of another campaign, one burning question remains hot on the lips of almost every West Ham fan in the land – Should Sam Allardyce be in charge of West Ham beyond the summer? It’s a debate that not many of us have been able to get away from… Read more »

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Opinions on Big Sam’s future have been somewhat divided of late. The hashtag #AllardyceOut has featured prominently from around Christmas time on social media. I was firmly in favour of keeping Sam as manager. He masterminded our return to the premier league at the first time of asking, achieved a 10th place finish in our first season back in the… Read more »

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Some say he’ll be at the club next season, some say he won’t but, if a lot of fans could have their own way, Sam Allardyce will certainly be shown the exit door at the end of the season. Style of play and two disappointing transfer windows, especially the failure to sing a back up… Read more »

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Saturday’s defeat against Palace prompted the old ‘You don’t know what you’re doing’ chant from the Bobby Moore lower, and while I wouldn’t go that far – I think time has come for club and manager to part ways. Firstly, I appreciate what Sam has done for the club. Relegated, in a mess, with a… Read more »

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I’m not one for reacting to negative comments about West Ham from other fans in such a manner, but a certain video was brought to my attention today which I just couldn’t ignore. A Manchester United fan under the Twitter alias @MUFCLondon posted a video on YouTube questioning West Ham’s fans’ appeal for the return… Read more »

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Only one place to start. Rest in peace Dylan Tombides. Twenty is no age. Continued to raise awareness and much needed money during his battle. Played on through chemotherapy. Fought hard until the bitter end. All my love goes out to his family, friends and all who knew and loved him. I am proud of… Read more »

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The news of Dylan Tombides’ tragic passing yesterday has affected everyone associated with West Ham United. But his fellow teammates will have been seriously affected by the news and will be extra up for this afternoon’s clash with Crystal Palace. In a game that has all but lost its importance because of yesterday’s news, Sam… Read more »

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We all go on about how football isn’t fair sometimes. Poor refereeing decisions, last minute deflected goals, missed penalties. They can all count against us in a cruel game when results are more important than anything. But all of that is put in to perspective when you hear of the tragic passing of a young,… Read more »

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With a move to the Olympic Stadium just two seasons away, all the ground work to ensure we’re stable and prepared is beginning to be put in to place. Obviously our Premier League status must be intact, which looks to have been achieved this season. But how can we ensure that we don’t experience similar… Read more »

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Arsenal’s win over us last night was pretty inevitable given their desperation for a top four finish this season and our inability to hold on to a lead. But despite an FA Cup final that they are expected to win on the horizon, the Gunners’ nine year wait for silverware has turned them in to… Read more »

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Between 25 November and 2 December 2013, seven football managers lost their jobs in England. That was a particularly bad week for bosses but out of the norm. According to the League Managers Association, 38 coaches have lost their roles so far this season. Fulham have had three different men at the helm; Richie Barker… Read more »

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The last time we went to the Emirates we were spanked 5-1, despite seeing Jack Collison give us the lead. That seems like an age ago now, particularly with all the problems we had over the festive period. The last few weeks have indicated that we’re beginning to show just how good we can be,… Read more »

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The last time we went to the Emirates we were spanked 5-1, despite seeing Jack Collison give us the lead. That seems like an age ago now, particularly with all the problems we had over the festive period. The last few weeks have indicated that we’re beginning to show just how good we can be,… Read more »

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West Ham make the short trip to the Emirates Stadium tonight, hoping to take advantage of Arsenal’s injury crisis. With Premier League safety all but secured, the priority is now to try and finish as high up the table as possible and perhaps secure tenth spot, which was our minimum objective at the start of… Read more »

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With Kevin Nolan having a late fitness test and potentially having to sit tonight out, Sam Allardyce could be forced to make some changes to the XI that played so well against Liverpool last weekend. Mohamed Diame or Antonio Nocerino should be drafted in to deputise for Nolan, which should give Matt Jarvis his place… Read more »

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Whether you think we’re safe yet or not, the likelihood of us being caught now is extremely minimal. That said, the likelihood of us getting a positive result at the Emirates tonight are almost just as minimal, despite Arsenal’s current form and injury problems. With little else to worry about other than the highest possible… Read more »

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Reports over the weekend linked the Hammers with a move for Granada left-back Guilherme Siqueira. Our left back role has been something of an achilles heel for us over the past couple of seasons and we’re crying out for a solid player to fill in for the ageing George McCartney. Siqueira, 27, is currently on loan… Read more »

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Love him or hate him, you can’t knock Danny Dyer’s love for the mighty Hammers. The Eastenders actor is a self confessed West Ham ‘nut’ and is a regular over at Upton Park. And he’s recently done an interview with Sky Sports where he talks about his love for the club, the highs and lows… Read more »

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A lot has been mentioned of our dependence on Andy Carroll and a question that I feel is over looked by many people far too often is; do we depend on him because he’s good enough to carry the team, or because he is more physical than other potential players and our play style is modelled… Read more »

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People often say that “size matters” and, with West Ham United set to move into the Olympic Stadium for the start of the 2016/17 season, could the Hammers become the biggest club in the capital in the future? With the Olympic Park having been opened up to the general public just last Saturday, a visit… Read more »

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Today is Football Shirt Friday, which is a special day when fans are asked to show their passion for their club or country in aid of the Bobby Moore Fund. Just wear your favourite football shirt to work or school today and donate at least £2 to help beat Bowel Cancer for good. Details on… Read more »

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With the summer transfer window fast approaching, attention is beginning to turn to what players the club can can bring in to not just improve the squad, but also the style of football. There are a number of players you could say we wouldn’t miss if they were released or sold in the summer, but… Read more »

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