I was going to say, we wren’t expecting that were we? But actually, in the back of our heads, I think a few of us were. There’s a natural cynicism when it comes to being a West Ham fan, but that is being slowly replaced by a sense of optimism that Slaven Bilic’s tenure thus … Read more
Just a quick one for today. I’m really curious how this one will pan out. City are a quality outfit and we shouldn’t let a defeat against Juventus lull us into a false sense of security. Their performances in the league have been tenacious and efficient, the game against Palace a good example of that. … Read more
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
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
Our last home game of the season before we give Newcastle a lifeline on the last day (I fancy Hull to beat Spurs and for this to go to the last day) and it will be a time for reflection at Upton Park. Not so long ago, we were saying goodbye to the Prem on … Read more
Noble dropped to the bench, O'Brien in for the injured Jenkinson, no Sakho in squad. Daniel Sturridge on bench for Liverpool. Livepool: Mignolet, Markovic, Can, Skrtel, Sakho, Moreno, Leiva, Henderson (c), Lallana, Coutinho, SterlingSubs: Ward, Johnson, Lambert, Sturridge, Allen, Borini, Ibe West Ham United: Adrian, O'Brien, Reid, Collins, Cresswell, Song, Nolan (c), Amalfitano, Downing, Carroll, … Read more
Another sublime performance by West Ham United today, with a 3-1 victory over a tough and upbeat Swansea side. Their resistance was softened by the sending off of their keeper at 2-1 and then destroyed by goal-machine Sakho making it 3-1 towards the end. However, any sympathy for their red card is watered down by … Read more