The passing of Bonzo is an end of a connection to an era in football that over time has turned into a cash bonanza for the few who value very little other than profit for themselves above the needs of the millions of us who follow our teams through thick and thin. There is a lot to learn from legends like Billy Bonds, whose mindset was that if you wanted something, you had to fight for it. Covered in mud, sleeves rolled up, socks pulled down, covered in bruises – and even bandages, pointing and dictating the play and scoring a few goals here and there, Bonzo was the steel of a team that saw him lift the FA Cup twice with the Hammers and captain the side for a decade, finally ending his career due to injury. He was the ideal captain and boy do we need someone like that in the team now!
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West Ham Utd Hold On To Beat Burnley As Protesting Fans Mourn The Death of Hammers Soul by Club Owners
The fans protest before the Burnley game is starting to have some traction and receiving a higher profile across media sites. The numbers of fans who gathered and then walked, singing and chanting from Stratford High Street to London Stadium behind a coffin with the words ‘SOLD OUR SOUL’ painted on the side provided a powerful image to focus our anger at how our club has been run by the owners since they took over in January 2010 when they acquired a 50% stake in the club.
Hammer Blow for Howe’s Newcastle As Nuno’s Team Seals First Win Of the Season
Following the Hammers is a huge leap of faith too, once you’ve jumped off that mountain of doubt, you can then soak up the atmosphere of being part of the West Ham family faithful and there are times when we just enjoy the ride. We had that during our European adventures with exhilarating football under the lights in the bowl securing some of the most amazing results on our way to winning the Europa Conference League Trophy in 2023.
Run Like A Circus
Why do we follow West Ham Utd? What is it that makes us find time during the season to either come to home games or travel to away matches or switch on our screens to watch another insipid performance by a team poorly managed at a club run like a circus?
West Ham Utd v Southampton 19th April 2025
Results matter, whether you’re relegated from the Premier League already or hovering above the drop zone with nothing to play for.
Results matter because fans want to have something to cheer about.
Results matter because good form breads confidence that brings the best out of the team.
Results matter because fans react positively and this creates a real atmosphere inside the stadium.
Results matter because you want to know the players are up for the fight, are ready to battle for every tackle and wear the shirt with pride.
West Ham Utd v AFC Bournemouth 5th April 2025
We lack pace across the team and it’s clear Potter is only going to be able to bring in new players by selling many from our existing squad. I have an idea about who I would let go and keep, and I highlight some of the keepers below. But, the big question is do we trust Potter to manage this transition of the team? Yes, I do. And I feel that this time we will get it right as I believe Potter is a great fit for our club and the right manager to take us forward.
West Ham Utd 2 Leicester City 0 27th February 2025
Potter and his team, have their work cut out for them with the team and despite some fits and starts since his appointment, we are finally seeing some progress across the team with that outstanding away performance against Arsenal in our 0-1 win at the Emirates. The Gunners away seem to be a guaranteed 3 points for us these days, but it was a battling performance that showed the progress the team are making.
West Ham United v Brentford 15th February 2025
Potter rang the changes at half time introducing Prowse, Scarles and Ferguson to inject some purpose and energy into the team and try to tighten the midfield. And we looked a lot more competitive, turning the play over and making forward runs, but crucially the players worked harder to close down and chase that second ball.
West Ham Utd 0 Crystal Palace 2 18th January 2025
Turning to all things West Ham, Potter said he is trying to build foundations for a successful team, bringing the team together and finding a way forward. He has certainly made some good progress in the short time he has been at the club, but the Palace result and performance just shows how much work he needs to do. The players are struggling with confidence and will need some work from Potter in the coming weeks and months, whilst he tries to work with what was left for him by Lopetigui.
West Ham Utd 3 Fulham 2 14th January 2025
The chanting and singing and atmosphere was electric as the crowd seemed to anticipate a better performance under the new gaffer and we were not to be disappointed. That new manager bounce had rippled through the fans and it helped build an atmosphere as the game started.
From the Stands 