West Ham United Overview

Promotion specialist Parker the ‘sensible’ choice for West Ham

Scott Parker is a “really sensible appointment” for West Ham, ex-Hammers star Matt Jarvis has told GOAL, but questions will inevitably be asked of whether a Championship promotion specialist can ultimately crack the Premier League while operating in the East End. Another managerial change has been made at the London Stadium, with Nuno Espirito Santo being relieved of his duties.

Parker returns to West Ham as head coach to replace Nuno

West Ham United have appointed former midfielder Scott Parker as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal to revive their faltering Championship promotion bid. The 46-year-old succeeds Nuno Espirito Santo, who was dismissed on Tuesday following consecutive home defeats against Southampton and West Bromwich Albion.

What's gone so wrong at West Ham for Nuno to be sacked?

The Hammers have decided to make a change in the dugout after an alarmingly inconsistent start to the 2026-27 campaign

West Ham United v West Bromwich Albion - Sky Bet Championship 2026/27

West Ham officially sack Nuno as replacement named

West Ham United have officially parted ways with head coach Nuno Espirito Santo as the club attempts to rescue its promotion ambitions. The former Wolves and Tottenham boss departs following a difficult start to life in the Championship after the Hammers were relegated from the top flight last term.

West Ham 1-3 West Brom: Boos for Nuno, joy for Baggies

West Ham head coach Nuno Espirito Santo faced the wrath of the London Stadium crowd after a 3-1 defeat to West Bromwich Albion in the Championship on Saturday. A second straight home loss leaves the Championship promotion favourites eighth and six points off the pace, while a slick and measured Albion side moved into the top four in front of 3,000 travelling fans.

REBELS: Di Canio - the West Ham legend with links to facism

The forward is a cult hero at many of his former clubs, but is reviled by many Italians because of his fascination with Benito Mussolini

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
6	West Bromwich Albion	14	7	4	3	20	15	5	25	D W D W W
7	Southampton	14	8	4	2	29	14	15	24	D W W D W
8	West Ham United	14	6	5	3	36	21	15	23	D L L W W
9	Sheffield United	14	6	4	4	20	17	3	22	W W D W L
10	Portsmouth	14	6	4	4	19	16	3	22	W D W D W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

West Bromwich Albion

D
W
D
W
W

Southampton

D
W
W
D
W

West Ham United

D
L
L
W
W

Sheffield United

W
W
D
W
L

Portsmouth

W
D
W
D
W

Frequently asked questions

When were West Ham founded?

West Ham United were founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks F.C, later renamed to West Ham United in 1900.

Who are the owners of West Ham?

British businessman David Sullivan owns 38.8% stake in the club and co-owns West Ham with David Kretinsky of 1890s Holdings (27%), Vanessa Gold of Family Trust (25.1%), J. Albert Smith of WHU LLC (8%) and other investors (1.1%).

What is West Ham's stadium called?

West Ham United play all their home games at the London Stadium, moving from their former home venue Boleyn Ground in 2016, which served the club's base for over a century. There are plans to expand London Stadium's capacity to 67,000.

What is London Stadium's capacity?

The London Stadium has a capacity of 62,500, making it London's fourth-largest stadium.

How many trophies have West Ham won?

West Ham have won five major honours during their history, which includes three FA Cups as well as the 2022-23 UEFA Conference League.

How many Premier League (top flight) titles have West Ham won?

West Ham United have never won the English top-flight. Their best-ever finish was third position in the 1985-86 season of the-then English first division.

Who has made the most appearances for West Ham?

Former English defender Billy Bonds is West Ham's leading appearance maker of all-time, featuring for the club in 799 games across 21 seasons.

Who is West Ham's all-time top goalscorer?

With 326 goals in 505 games, Vic Watson is the greatest goalscorer in the history of West Ham United.

Which famous players have played for West Ham?

Bobby Moore, Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand, Michael Carrick, Joe Cole and Mark Noble are among West Ham's biggest-ever stars, with the London side also famously once managing to lure Argentina internationals Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano to the club.

Which famous managers have been in charge of West Ham?

Avram Grant, Alan Pardew, David Moyes, Gianfranco Zola, and Manuel Pellegrini are among the most acclaimed managers to have been at the helm for West Ham United.

What is West Ham's nickname?

West Ham United are nicknamed The Irons and The Hammers, a reference to the club's first name, Thames Ironworks F.C.