I’ve always had a soft spot for Bournemouth, having childhood trips to the place and with Eddie Howe seeming like one of the more likeable managers (the anti-Mourinho if you will) then it’s hard to deny them their moment in the spotlight. For the Hammers, it’s the first of three games without guardian angel Adrian … Read more
It’s going to be hard for there not to be an overwhelming feeling of optimism on Saturday when Leicester City visit Upton Park. Fresh from the victory over Arsenal, some sound summer acquisitions and Slaven’s home Premier League debut. That optimism must not tun to complacency however, look what happened to Arsenal when that set … Read more
I imagine most of us are just about landing on earth after jumping for joy on Sunday. It truly wasone of those moments as a Hammers fan you will remember for ever. All the lads did well, but what were the stand out features of the game? 1. In Slaven we trust – there was … Read more
First off, I’d like to address the European exit. We finished 12th last season and were nowhere near ready for a European assault. The adventure was great but the last match up was lost at Upton Park with the loss of Collins and Sakho not being present for this fixture. The injuries on the night … Read more
I like to check on my predictions pre season again in May time, and invite you all to do the same. So, here we go… League Position – 9th – a comfortable season but tempered by a few slaps from the big boys means our points haul will be sufficient without being spectacular Top Scorer … Read more
Another new arrival at the academy of football, with Manuel Lanzini joining the club for a one year loan. He’s not a player that there seem to be a lot of views on, save for him seemingly sacrificing a promising European career for the dollars oft he Middle East. Hey, we’ve all got to pay … Read more
West Ham have unveiled their latest signing, Angelo Ogbonna. The 6 ft 3 mountain signs from Champions League runners-up Juventus where he made 41 appearances. No one seems to know too much about the lad, some are stating the Juve fans are happy to get rid of him, but I think that sounds a little … Read more
Thursday night was really good fun, a good, reasonably competitive kickabout in the sun and a win for the Hammers. It was also good to see some of the youngsters and size them up. These are my thoughts following the game… 1.We play on the floor…. I’m not sure how the youngsters normally play, but … Read more
The club have confirmed the switch of our legs against the mighty FC Lusitans, with the home leg now taking place a week on Thursday, 2 July. The return trip to Andorra will take place on the 9th July. There are two good reasons for this occurrence, one that there is another tie in Andorra … Read more
There seems to be a building head of steam of speculation regarding the move of Charlie Austin from QPR to West Ham. First off, let's see what the press are saying… The Mirror is reporting betting was suspended on Charlie coming to Upton Park Daily Mail is suggesting the striker wants to stay in London … Read more