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
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
There is even more talk tonight of Sam Allardyce's future and I'm sure the fans are as sick of it as Sam is. All I hope is that the board are decisive followng the final whistle of the final game. As to whether Big Sam should stay, I'm actually indifferent. I don't think it will … Read more
There has been a ridiculous speculation regarding the job security of our manager in the papers in the last day or two. This, alongside the sickening video of our 'fans' attacking chairman David Sullivan has really made me question what modern day football has turned into. I do believe that these days of instant gratification, … 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
A truly epic performance from the Hammers today, one that rolled back the years to the old battling Hammers of Bonds and Cross. Here's what we learned…. #457833198 / gettyimages.com 1. Sakho is special This boy does not stop running and causing havoc with defences. I don't know where he gets his self … Read more
The Hammers have completed the year long season signing of Arsenal’s right back Carl Jenkinson. It’s a solid signing in an area where there threatened to be a gap, but this has now been filled by a capable and exciting young English player. Congrats to the manager and the board on this one and welcome … Read more
I can't think of a trickier season to choose a Hammer of the Year. Even in relegation, we had Scott Parker whose performances were a cut above everyone else. Aside from that, the performances of individuals has been marred by inconsistency and/or injury and it's difficult to find a stand-out. A perfect example is Kevin … Read more
I wrote a few months ago that my lack of blogging was down to there not being much to say. We looked like we had become a solid, mid-table team, we made some seemingly reasonable signings over the Summer and kicked off with a comfortable 2-0 win at home to Cardiff. All seemed well on … Read more
Check out this delightful chip by Ravel in England under 21 training, not too dis-similar to Glenn Hoddle's often repeated magical moment against Watford, but in some ways better due to the speed in which it goes up and then comes down. Trying to keep expectations down about this fella, but he really could be … Read more