12 October 2017
Slaven Bilic knows he could soon face a big “stick or twist” decision on Diafra Sakho He wants the striker to prove himself 100 per cent fit and earn a new contract with the Hammers but the position is complicated by fears the back injury could cause further issues plus the player’s attitude and lack […]
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12 October 2017
Foo Fighters have announced details of huge UK tour dates for summer 2018 including the London Stadium To launch their acclaimed new album ‘Concrete And Gold‘, the Foos’ last UK gig was an epic, hit-packed affair at The O2 in London – featuring a guest appearance from Rick Astley. Now, after this and their epic […]
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12 October 2017
Lord Alan Sugar made a joke about at the expense of West Ham during last night’s edition of The BBC Apprentice programme which didn’t go down well with his TV ‘advisor’ Karren Brady. The former Spurs chairman made the jibe following a task in which the contestants had to interior decorate a hotel room at […]
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12 October 2017
It's a Liverpool v Man Utd special on this week's Stat Attack podcast - packed with facts about the two teams.
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12 October 2017
West Ham have no intention of signing Jack Wilshere this January despite regular links to the player in the media. Slaven Bilic believes he now has the squad he requires to mount a serious top eight challenge and had he wanted Wilshere or a player like him he would have made a serious move in […]
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12 October 2017
No West Ham away game has gone on general sale this season as demand for away games tickets continues to grow. All away allocations have been sold out this season. With the exception of one match, all games have been sold out to bondholders and season ticket holders with priority points. Only Newcastle briefly went […]
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12 October 2017
Manchester City are the most clinical team in the Premier League but Burnley aren't far behind, according to xG Opta data.
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11 October 2017
Slaven Bilic has revealed that James Collins and Pedro Obiang have only resumed training this week so they are likely to start on Saturday against Burnley. Speaking to West Ham TV on Tuesday at Rush Green Slav revealed “Ginge did not start today, he was supposed to today but it should be a matter of […]
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11 October 2017
The West Ham first-team squad were given extra time off by Slaven Bilic over the weekend during the International break. The first team players not on International duty were released from training on Friday lunchtime and told they didn’t have to report back for training at Rush Green until Tuesday morning. One of those players who took […]
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11 October 2017
Slaven Bilic has declared himself happy to have enjoyed an international break after a “good month for us.” The manager has seen some pressure lift over recent weeks and talking to the official site said: “It was an enjoyable break, of course.” “International breaks make teams more cautious .Nobody wants to lose, because that defeat stays […]
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11 October 2017
Pundit Michael Owen is tipping Burnley to collect three points against the Irons on Saturday afternoon in the clash at Turf Moor. The former Liverpool and England striker believes the Clarets will win by the odd goals but concedes the clash could has the look of a game that could go either way. He wrote […]
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11 October 2017
Jack Wilshere is the West Ham story that refuses to die …once again the midfielder is being linked with a move to the London Stadium from Arsenal. Here’s how the ClaretandHugh Facebook readers received the latest reports O Don’t want him O No O He can keep AC company in sick bay! O For £7million you’d have to […]
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11 October 2017
The Hammers October International Roundup Article 11th October 2017 Hooray, the dull boredom of the third International Break of the season is now beyond us and attention can turn back to The Premier League and all of its unrivaled excitement. But, just before we delve into Matchday Eight of the Domestic campaign, it’s now time to check in with how our International Hammers fared in all four corners of the globe...
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11 October 2017
Pedro Obiang remains a doubtful starter for the match at Burnley this weekend despite recovering from a muscular injury. Although the squad is physically fit apart from James Collins and Domingos Quina, a question mark hangs over the midfielder who only rejoined the first team for training yesterday (Tues). And it seems unlikely that manager […]
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11 October 2017
Reece Oxford insists has declared he’s as fit as he’s ever been and ready for his Borussia Monchengladbach chance. The teenager is yet to make an appearance for Monchengladbach this season but said: “I think I’m fitter than ever now. I’ve done pre-season with Gladbach, I feel good and ready. I’m just waiting for my opportunity. […]
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11 October 2017
Frank McAvennie has hit back at Lou Macari declaring him to be the “worst manager with whom he ever worked.” The striker was heavily criticised by the ex Hammers boss in recent a Moore than just Podcast for not being a great trainer and not being fit. But ‘Frankie Mac’ has made his feelings crystal […]
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11 October 2017
Reece Oxford insists he feels fitter than ever and is ready to be given his chance at Borussia Monchengladbach.
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11 October 2017
In normal times it would look like a bit of a doddle…but very little is a doddle to West Ham at the moment. We face Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday , before welcoming Brighton to the London Stadium next Friday night and then heading off on the short trip to Selhurst Park for the London […]
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11 October 2017
The defender is upbeat that the Senegal international can make a huge contribution for the Hammers after a failed summer move
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11 October 2017
Declan Rice has his fingers crossed he will be involved on the ground where he made his first Hammers appearance this weekend – Turf Moor. The 18 year of is back from international duty and can be expected to be in the squad for a game which is critical to the team’s recovery after a […]
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11 October 2017
Jack Wilshere’s much discussed “move” to West Ham remains on according to morning media reports. It is widely known that the midfielder sees the London Stadium as his preferred destination and the Hammers could go in with a bid of around £7 million in the winter. The Hammers were ready to take the player on […]
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11 October 2017
Frank McAvennie reckons Slaven Bilic is giving off the appearance of a man “caught in the headlights” as he bids to get the Hammers right back on track. But he believes this weekend represents his biggest test so far in what’s proving a tough season given he has a near fully fit squad. Speaking exclusively […]
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11 October 2017
Stuart Attwell has been announced as the Premier League referee for West Ham’s trip to Turf Moor this Saturday and the man in black hasn’t officiated the Hammers since the fateful day in 2009 when he wrongly dismissed Carlton Cole. As a young 26-year-old graduate he sent off the former Hammer in a Wednesday night […]
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10 October 2017
It comes less than two months after the striker spent deadline day trying to push through a move to French side Rennes, where he passed a medical without West Ham's permission.
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10 October 2017
West Ham United Supporters Club closed its Castle street doors to the public recently for essential maintenance. Claret and Hugh have been told this was carried out primarily to health and safety concerns as the clubhouse needs a major refurbishment to open safety again after years of maintenance neglect. The Hammers social club are now attempting […]
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10 October 2017
With less than three months until video technology becomes a reality in English football, preparations for its arrival are going up a gear.
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