14 February 2019
West Ham brows may be becoming more than a bit creased at a forthcoming summer which – if progress is to be maintained – could turn out to be even more expensive than last year. And that’s almost entirely down to the striker position although additionally left and right sided defenders are probably going to […]
Posted in ClaretandHughComments Off on No argument, a big Irons summer spend required
14 February 2019
Gareth Southgate is set to bring Declan Rice straight into his Three Lions set-up after the West Ham midfielder switched his allegiance from the Republic of Ireland to England.
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14 February 2019
JAMIE REDKNAPP: Rice may have to wait longer to become a mainstay in England’s midfield but, in Gareth Southgate, he has a manager who has consistently given chances to young players.
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13 February 2019
A poll for Sky Sports News claims that 86% of fans have witnessed racism at a football match at least once, with the figure rising to 93% among supporters from a black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) background. One in five (20%) witness racism – including gestures, chants and abuse – often or every time […]
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13 February 2019
With Valentine's Day just around the corner Premier League clubs are doing their bit to help loved-up couples find the perfect gift for that special someone.
Posted in Dailymail.co.ukComments Off on From Bournemouth love hearts to a Man City grooming kit: Premier League’s worst Valentine’s gifts
13 February 2019
The Fantasy Football Overhaul is here - a chance to make or break your season with unlimited transfers until February 22.
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13 February 2019
Declan Rice has informed Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy he has chosen to play for England.
Posted in SkySports NewsComments Off on Rice pledges future to England
13 February 2019
The Liverpool manager is accused of breaking FA rules for his comments in a post-match interview after his side's contentious 1-1 draw with West Ham
Posted in Goal.comComments Off on Klopp charged by FA for questioning integrity of referee Kevin Friend
13 February 2019
Jurgen Klopp’s comments following the 1-1 draw at the London Stadium look set to be punished by the Football Association after he was charged by the ruling body today. The Liverpool boss strangely decided to imply bias on the part of officials in the Hammers favour during a match which had seen them award a […]
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13 February 2019
West Ham player Declan Rice has pledged his international allegiance to England over the Republic of Ireland. Rice, 20, had played in three friendly matches for Ireland last year.
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13 February 2019
Hammers fans were in a state of high excitement when Manuel Pellegrini arrived in the summer followed by £100 million plus expenditure and a host of new players. Sir Trev, however, was among those who warned that it would take at least three years for the team to reach that much mentioned top level. Now […]
Posted in ClaretandHughComments Off on Poll: Has Pellegrini lived up to your expectations?
13 February 2019
West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has finally declared he intends to play for England, ending a long-running wrangle over his international allegiances. The 20-year-old released a statement on his personal Twitter account this afternoon announcing his decision and Republic of Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has since confirmed that the player had informed him of his decision beforehand. […]
Posted in ClaretandHughComments Off on Hammer declares for England
13 February 2019
Manuel Lanzini and Fabian Balbuena are being tipped to take their places on the bench in next Friday night’s London Stadium clash against Fulham. Claret and Hugh was given the news shortly before pictures emerged of the pair in training at the Malaga training camp shoetly after the squad’s arrival in Spain. Both were described […]
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13 February 2019
West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has announced he has decided to submit a written request to FIFA for the transfer of his international registration from the Republic of Ireland to England.
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13 February 2019
Reece Oxford was reportedly at the centre of a shocking performance on Sunday as his Bundesliga loan outfit Augsburg were thrashed by Werder Bremen. According to some European reports the Hammers wanted £26 million for the player but instead was given a chance by the German club on loan. Both Manuel Pellegrini and the player […]
Posted in ClaretandHughComments Off on Oxford’s German horror show
13 February 2019
Michail Antonio wants to see ‘games behind closed doors’ and points deductions as punishments for racism in football. The Hammers were recently forced to make what should be an unnecessary club statement against racism following an incident when vile abuse was directed at Mo Salah during the Liverpool game. And there have been other examples […]
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13 February 2019
West Ham’s one transfer target in the winter window – Besiktas defensive midfielder Gary Medel – is reported disappointed the move didn’t happen. Manuel Pellegrini has said since the window closed that he was the only player to whom the Hammers had serious interest but that the terms were unacceptable. As a result the move […]
Posted in ClaretandHughComments Off on Irons target disappointed and ready to quit club
13 February 2019
All the latest news from around Europe, including Spurs' chase for Ivan Perisic, a new Arsenal target and Richarlison's next move.
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13 February 2019
West Ham and Manuel Pellegrini have been told to give Pablo Zabaleta a new contract in the summer such has been his impact at the club. The right back – signed on a free from Manchester City two years ago – has been a tremendous servant to the club since his arrival, turning in top […]
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13 February 2019
With just three months of the Premier League campaign to go, who would you have in your team of the season so far? Pick it here!
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13 February 2019
With English youngsters increasingly looking to Germany for their opportunities, Adam Bate spoke to former West Ham youngster Jordan Brown to find out more about his experiences at Hannover 96. Life abroad brings its challenges but it can be rewarding...
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12 February 2019
Gonzo has been at a loss for things to talk about over the past few says and we sympathise. Once again we are into a two week wilderness without football following the Irons absence from the FA Cup …let’s not go back there though!. So like everybody else, our Hammers Chat partner is struggling for […]
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12 February 2019
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has topped the latest Power Rankings for a second week running.
Posted in SkySports NewsComments Off on City, Spurs dominate Power Rankings
12 February 2019
The Eagles are three points adrift of the bottom three and the 21-year-old is confident of his side’s survival
Posted in Goal.comComments Off on Crystal Palace can avoid relegation, says Aaron Wan-Bissaka
12 February 2019
CandH blogger Allen Cummings remembers the night when Gordon Banks – whose death was announced today – shattered the dreams of us all who were gathered into Upton Park back in 1972 He was the rock upon which Sir Alf Ramsey built that never-to-be-forgotten World Cup winning side in 1966. But it was […]
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12 February 2019
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has topped the latest Power Rankings for a second week running.
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West Ham plan to move stands closer to pitch at London Stadium
Hammers on loan striker looks booked for a return
Regionals: Christensen’s Chelsea U-turn
700 extra seats would be created in London Stadium
Moyes could have been replaced by a sausage roll
