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26 Aug 2026 12:24:36
Brentford agree deal for Diouf 35 mill plus 5 mill add ons acord8ng to SSN.
1.) 26 Aug 2026 13:59:16
Take the money and run... for the best players we can buy to strengthen our flimsy squad.
2.) 26 Aug 2026 14:49:23
Flimsy squad. Did you watch last night's game? Southampton were not far from a best X1, while we had a team of youngsters. And they are one of this league's strongest sides, as will be shown at the season's end. We need a dominant central defender. And, as long as our players' attitude is correct, we will take a hell of a lot of stopping.
3.) 26 Aug 2026 17:36:27
Yup, watched it all. Poor at the outset, then started to play better, though there was a lot of sideways stuff (even the commentator mentioned it). Ajala scored two - well done, but I can't recall him beating the full back, one on one. Orford was excellent, as was Golembeckis. Meyers did a reasonable job, too.
We really took it away from Soton after the substitutions.
Don't get me wrong, I am thrilled with the result, but one swallow does not a summer make.
I am generally optimistic about this season, but we need more depth in several positions to give ourselves a better chance of promotion.
4.) 26 Aug 2026 18:05:02
I heard Makassa was really good. He was the only bright point on Saturday.
5.) 26 Aug 2026 18:06:16
But yes, we do still need quite a few more players, but I would still like to see many of the youngsters given a go.
6.) 26 Aug 2026 19:39:34
Yes, Mukasa was great - lots of pace and energy. Should be starting, in my view, if we can find a way to accommodate him, Taty, and Piroe (who also looked good).
Orford was class, and should rotate with Magassa for that 6 role if the latter stays.
Then I'd have Kante/Engles rotating for the more box to box midfield role.
Mayers ok, but he does make me a bit nervous on the ball. Lamadrid is getting slated by some, but I thought he did ok. Ajala v good for the goals, but otherwise pretty quiet.
7.) 27 Aug 2026 07:32:40
Don't forget that Soucek will be back soonish.
8.) 27 Aug 2026 08:33:24
Engels, Orford and Souchek are a really good Championship midfield imo.
10 Aug 2026 19:56:57
Solomon signed. Good exciting signing that!
1.) 11 Aug 2026 09:48:29
I agree, Robbo.
2.) 11 Aug 2026 10:07:29
Yep very happy, let's hope he hits the ground running.
31 Jul 2026 21:30:35
What has happened with Kretensky buying more shares to be majority shareholder? About 6 weeks ago we heard he was going to buy some of Vanessa Golds, but now Amanda Stavely is set to bid for them, has Kretensky changed his mind?
1.) 31 Jul 2026 22:29:46
Kretinsky is involved with two or three big businesses. And his football club in the Czech Republic, I don’t think he ever wanted to own West Ham, it’s his only loss maker at present.
It was a long-term, small investment for him. He’s probably happy to revert to his holdings. He might, however, take some of Sullivan's shares if Staveley negotiates for them.
17 May 2026 19:35:14
Really disappointing, story of the season. It takes us to go a goal or 2 down before we react. Terrible at the back, relegation looks certain now, but take 2 or 3 players out and most of them don't look like they care anyway.
This is going to be a long way back and eont be easy. Finances were apparently a problem anyway so it's not like a ton of cash will be available now. Time for the young uns to step up next year.
1.) 17 May 2026 22:28:49
Man Utd fan here, in peace. I am saddened by your club's situation. You have always been known for producing good players and attractive football.
Your owners have sold you down the river. There is no clear strategy, and there has been poor recruitment. In many ways, it's like Man Utd. The difference probably only being that we have the financial resources and history to attract good players.
All that said, like at Man Utd, ultimately the players on the pitch need to do the business.
When you played us at your place, I was there, and your team was up for it and fought for every ball. If they had played like that in these past three matches, you would have survived.
If you do go down, you will likely lose your best players, but I hope it means you blood some of your youngsters and buy players who play for the shirt. It may also be the catalyst you need to get proper owners in.
Good luck.
2.) 17 May 2026 22:48:29
Let's be honest, it was ridiculous to start a back 3 today, and midfield was appalling. Wilson is an impact player at best, whereas Taty works his socks off up front. All Nuno's fault for that defeat today; set up negative, and only when Taty got on did we look capable of doing something.
Still not over, but can I really see us beating Leeds next week? Players have to want to fight, and I don't think we have 11 of those in the team.
3.) 18 May 2026 08:59:09
Thank you for the comments, Man U. They were absolutely bob on. Hopefully this is the beginning of the end for Sullivan.
Bobby, totally agree, just my opinion, but only Mavrapanos, Disasi and Taty tried yesterday (and Pablo has limitations but has worked hard since his arrival).
The rest of them looked like they didn't care. I'm sure Bowen does, but he has not been right for a few months now and looks like his mind isn't on it...
4.) 18 May 2026 09:47:37
Can't argue with any of these comments. Thanks for the words of encouragement Clyde Best you are right we have been sold down the river by our board. Sully has to go and also Kretinsky as he has just stood by and watched this happen when he could at least stepped in to lend the club some money for a few more attacking players in the summer or January windows. Until these blood-suckers go I think our demise will continue.
I think if ever a game could encapsulate a manger's overall faults then yesterday was it. All the things that many on here have accused Nuno of came to the front. Setting the team up too defensively when we need to attack. As Bobby said playing 3 at the back was a disaster and not only that but changing the back 3s normal positions in that system.
Thinking he can perform some sort of master stroke by doing this. A reminder of Scarles playing as a right back and the Souchek / Irving experiment. As Robbo says we have to start playing once the damage is done. He has done a few decent things like sorting out our defence and midfield but that is a bit of a waste of time as most if not all of those players will now leave.
All I can say is the the people who have been critical of Nuno were spot on and I was sadly deluded. He needs to go at the end of the season even if a miracle happens and we stay up.
Save the new manager hopes for another time as we need new buyers and they need to be a decent outfit who are professional and don't use the club as a personal cash cow.
5.) 18 May 2026 11:12:02
Morning HD, hope you're well, mate. I've been very mixed in my opinion of Nuno, incredibly underwhelmed when he was appointed, underwhelmed in his first few months, and then pleasantly surprised when he appointed Paco, as between them they turned it round. I think yesterday he got it badly wrong, playing a system that worked against City and, to a lesser degree, against Brighton and Arsenal, in a match when attack needed to take precedent. I think he bottled it, and the pressure, coupled with some players who could care less (Todibo, prime example, smirking as he was replaced after only 25 minutes), has hurt us when we needed clarity and unity.
Big summer of wholesale changes, from top to bottom, clearing out deadwood. I will miss Bowen, who is and will always be a WH legend, and Fernandes, who has been a breath of fresh air, particularly in the 2nd half of the season. But as for the rest, players come and go, and those who don't value playing for the shirt, do one!
6.) 18 May 2026 15:17:00
Hey, Dabber, I'm not too bad, thanks, mate. Hope you are well. Very much similar sentiments from me too. I really hope Sullivan and the rest of his family sell the club and don't come near us again, as long as he doesn't sell to Carson Yeong or someone of that ilk. A complete reset of everything to do with West Ham is needed. I think, before yesterday's game, I would have preferred Nuno to leave at season's end, but after yesterday, I just want him to go.
As we have said before, it would be interesting if Paco would be interested in going it alone. I wouldn't mind seeing what he can do. There will be a few names thrown in the hat, but I personally don't want to see the likes of Dyche or Scott Parker (great player) anywhere near us. But with Sulivan choosing, that is more than likely who we will end up with. It's all a bit depressing. ☹️
7.) 18 May 2026 15:19:31
PS I would add Mavropanos, Disasi, and Summerville to your list of players we will miss.
8.) 18 May 2026 20:36:14
Evening mate, I think Mav has been great recently, but he was very nervous yesterday and set the tone a little bit. Disasi has been great, and I'd love him to stay. He threw himself around again yesterday, but he's playing for his future away from us.
Summerville, I've loved watching, but he's hit and miss with his end product. I actually think Taty (if he stays) and Pablo might have a field day in the Championship.
9.) 18 May 2026 20:54:18
I honestly believe that Spurs will struggle to get another point. I just do not see us winning in the last couple of games. I agree that Pablo and Taty have performed and put up a fight, but I do not see much in the rest of the team.
I would like to see Kante given 90 minutes, along with Potts, as we all like to see workrate. Let's hope Chelski do us a favour, and then the players can turn up on Sunday to give us a fighting chance. COYI.
10.) 18 May 2026 22:14:16
I hope you are right, Bobby, but just can't see them losing the next 2. I think, regardless of relegation or not, the result yesterday has strengthened everyone's resolve to have a complete reset, and that has to start at the top.
09 Jul 2025 17:22:26
According to SSN spurs have agreed a 55 mil deal for kudos we have completely had our pants pulled down what a joke club we really are he has a 85 mil release clause I knew we'd get done over by levy, sullivan and Brady are a joke
1.) 09 Jul 2025 18:00:54
Not quite, Sullivan would rather sell cheap than put money into the club, silly tactics, apparently Brady pushed the deal, over Potters anxiety
2.) 09 Jul 2025 18:12:00
Medical tomorrow. See how fast that was once price agreed. Something West Ham board lack aswell as a bit of integrity and respect
3.) 09 Jul 2025 18:35:06
He'll be double that in a year or 2 when he bangs in 15-20 goals.
4.) 09 Jul 2025 18:48:02
Do you mean Potter didn’t want to sell him Joyful?
If so then I have to make him right. The way Tottenham have dealt with us over the years they should have held out for close to the buy out clause. Maybe be a little more relaxed with other clubs.
I think this is a disaster just hope Summerville can step up to the plate
5.) 09 Jul 2025 20:08:45
No you misunderstand, Potter was sold a certain situation, which WH didn’t stick to, Potter knew the end of players contracts, knew the three targeted players to leave as well, but he understood he could get on with limited transfer business, from the start of the transfer windows, then WH changed it to sell to buy, leaving fans frustrated, and Potter very anxious, as weeks ticked by, so now Potter can get on with it, with five weeks Togo, it looks clear, that the squad is going to shrink, now let’s see how the rest of it plays out
6.) 09 Jul 2025 20:30:41
Cheers that makes it clearer ?
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19 Sep 2026 14:41:04
Not a massive fan of Pablo as most will know but im always happy to be prioved wrong and he made a big difference today, this squad has the quality to get promoted but not sure it has the heart, that was a lucky point player for player our team is better but Millwall wanted it more which is sad to be honest.
1.) 19 Sep 2026 21:45:46
Pablo made a MASSIVE difference. Millwall struggled with his strength. He was unlucky not to score, Millwall keeper made a great save.
2.) 19 Sep 2026 23:21:51
It was Kante who made more of a difference. Pablo didn't have a bad game, but still gave the ball away more times than I care to mention.
3.) 20 Sep 2026 20:15:43
I don't remember Pablo giving the ball away but I do remember Kante giving the ball away that almost lead to a goal and his red card.
4.) 21 Sep 2026 00:07:07
I suggest you watch a recording of the game again. These are the main contributions by Pablo. I cannot see how he made a massive difference.
47.37 Poor foul by Pablo gives Millwall the ball;
58.03 poor pass to Bowen resulting in Millwall attack;
63.02 bad pass to Mukasa gives the ball away;
67.09 header saved by Marschall (should have scored);
73.14 pass to Kante who scored;
Lost every one on one aerial dual.
19 Sep 2026 13:19:39
That must be the most pathetic half I've ever seen from a west ham team in a london derby.
22 Aug 2026 16:56:47
Pathetic defending from Mavro, Taty looks like he doesn't want you be here why did Bowen not take that penalty?
The midget in goal does not give me any confidence whatsoever.
08 Aug 2026 17:47:56
Didn't watch the game today as I'm currently abroad, good result though 3-1, important to go into season with right momentum.
One thing I did see was that Sullivan was there. Has that man no shame? He cannot read the room.
Obviously literally nobody wants him anywhere near the club, I'm actually at the point where I think a great season would be getting him out of the club completely.
1.) 08 Aug 2026 17:58:51
As a director, he can get automatic access, but even though he has the shares he's done.
2.) 08 Aug 2026 18:07:09
I don't even think he is a West Ham fan. I know Gold was, as he used to play for the youth team. Just a wind up merchant.
3.) 08 Aug 2026 18:11:19
If I remember correctly, he's a Cardiff supporter.
4.) 08 Aug 2026 18:53:20
I think you are right, Robbo. I wish he would Po and buy them!
06 Aug 2026 23:50:35
Wobble your heads. Please do you honestly think Solomon isn't about money? Do you honestly think we would have pursued a player all summer and not signed him due to peer pressure about his nationality that wasn't there every time we were linked to him? I want signings as much as anyone to the point of being called negative a load of times, but think about this and have a day off.
This is about money, nothing else.
1.) 07 Aug 2026 07:45:30
Yup, of course it is Robbo. They are trying to squirm their way out of this by saying they won't sign him because some fans don't want him... yeah sure. Since when have clubs bothered what fans want.
They must think we are stupid, and, another thing, whoever is driving this BS needs to tread very carefully because our beloved fans have already been through the mill, and we won't tolerate this BS for long.
If we lose to Burnley next week, there will be uproar.
2.) 07 Aug 2026 08:01:55
No, there won't, Mac. If we lose to Burnley - another relegated Premier League club, there will not be uproar.
All this nonsense about the fans will turn. I don't think any fan base, ever, has turned in August.
3.) 07 Aug 2026 09:34:33
Calm down, Mac. To say if we don't win away at one of the better sides in the division there will be uproar is ridiculous. There may be uproar from a few people on line. There won't be from the fans. If it's a case of 10 games gone, not many points on the board, then the pressure cooker will spurt.
4.) 07 Aug 2026 09:38:45
Also, whilst people are disappointed with the lack of transfer activity, I think most of us realise we are in a difficult position, so will allow some leeway. What I don't think the fans will accept is going back to the ultra defensive football as opposed to the milder defensive football we saw second half of last season.
5.) 07 Aug 2026 16:50:20
Agreed, Hammer. We can't just sit back like we did in the Premier League.
03 Sep 2026 07:25:59
I also think playing Magassa or Alvarez at CDM will help the defense out, and if they buy our vertically challenged goalkeeper some platform shoes, he may be able to reach the top part of the net.
02 Sep 2026 20:34:49
Decent window, I think. Of course, we could all name other players we should have signed, but id say the squad we have should be able to compete at the top of the table if the manager lets them.
29 Aug 2026 13:30:06
We have no money at all, that's why we aren't signing. Loads of players.
29 Aug 2026 08:09:25
Reiss Nelson is absolutely nailed on now he's free.
28 Aug 2026 12:46:36.
Kretensky was supposed to buy golds ahares and inject cash, just before season tickets were released and sold in no small part due to Sullivan being outed, but nothing happened.
Then we had a "bid" from Staveley around about the time we were not signing anyone and should have been; this has now all but disappeared.
If you ask me, Sullivan is still in full control of everything and just doesn't have a title, but these stupid games are his doing. He still turns up to the games, I bet at the end of the year if we fail to get promotion he will announce his return as some sort of messiah. He is just the sort of personality that would too.
11 Sep 2026 22:08:06
Really enjoyable performance that, easy on the eye some great goals and never looked like losing thoroughly enjoyable.
06 Sep 2026 13:24:13
I think the squad we have is more than capable of promotion, quality-wise. Is it deep enough with games coming thick and fast? Dunno, time will tell.
I've actually enjoyed watching the last 2 games more than any West Ham game for a long time. They have been entertaining.
And, here's the but (of course there was going to be one!). I agree with Tin, I think Nuno isn't great, and I think at some point hw will cost us points by reverting to type.
I think if we had a progressive, more forward-thinking coach, then I'd agree with Brookings' statement, as there's not much quality from what I've seen.
At the moment, though, I'll enjoy watching the team while it's playing like this, and hope promotion comes with it.
05 Sep 2026 12:21:18
How much has DK invested in Sparta Prague, his boyhood club? I'm interested, because from what I know it isn't a lot, and that's his boyhood club. As for any delusion that he was going to invest but Staveley's bid stopped it, no it didn't, it just gave him an excuse not to. He still had 1st dibs on all the shares, so could have bought whenever, so why would it have stopped him investing? In fact, I believe if he had invested, other shareholders would have had to match his investment percentage-wise, or he could have taken over there and then.
As for Sullivan not being involved in any decision making, yes he is. He owns 40 % of the shares, giving him a significant vote on any business affecting the club, so 100% he can still influence things.
02 Sep 2026 08:18:43
I've criticised Pablo in the past, and rightly so in my opinion, but last night was his best game. I mean, he still didn't look like scoring, but he did show some nice touches and link-up play.
Hopefully we can now kick on from that. We got a new LB and CB now as well, and I wonder what will happen with Alvarez and Magassa? If those 2 are reintegrated, our squad is good for the Championship, I'd say.
01 Sep 2026 22:23:18
I enjoyed that. It was a fun, open game. We aren't good at the back, but 4 goals is great, good confidence booster.