Former Premier League midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate has officially announced his retirement from football at the age of 36, revealing a shocking secret. The ex-Senegal international confessed that he played his entire professional career while suffering from a hidden heart condition, keeping the serious medical issue concealed from his national team doctors and his family.
Former Portugal international Hugo Porfirio has been spotted working as an Uber driver in Lisbon decades after sharing the pitch with legends such as Luis Figo and Rui Costa. The 53-year-old former West Ham and Benfica winger was unexpectedly recognised by two passengers during a routine inner-city trip, providing a rare glimpse into his quiet post-football life.
Billionaire former West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan is taking legal action against the BBC, seeking a massive £150 million in damages. The lawsuit follows the broadcast of a Panorama documentary in June, which accused Sullivan of historical sexual misconduct. Sullivan strongly denies the allegations and demands the permanent removal of the programme.
West Ham United winger Manor Solomon has sparked a major controversy by launching a scathing verbal attack on Ireland following Israel's heavy defeat in the Nations League. The former Tottenham and Leeds man did not hold back, suggesting a deep-seated animosity between the two nations after a tense encounter in Debrecen.
Arsenal starlet Myles Lewis-Skelly has raised eyebrows by naming a current Tottenham Hotspur player as the most difficult opponent he has encountered in the Premier League. The 19-year-old utility man, who has enjoyed a meteoric rise under Mikel Arteta, bypassed the division's established superstars to highlight a rival from across north London.
West Ham United forward Taty Castellanos has found himself at the centre of a storm following allegations of unsportsmanlike conduct during a heated London derby. The Argentine striker is accused of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper Filip Marschall in a match that saw old rivalries reignite in the Championship.
Watford striker Michail Antonio has been found guilty of a motoring offence after failing to identify the driver of his Lamborghini supercar. The veteran forward, who recently completed a move to Watford, now faces the prospect of a mandatory driving ban following the verdict at Uxbridge Magistrates' Court.
Millwall manager Alex Neil guaranteed his players will leave everything on the pitch in Saturday's long-awaited 100th Dockers Derby against West Ham United. After a 14-year wait to face their bitter rivals, Neil urged his depleted squad to unleash passion while keeping cool heads at The Den.
Millwall host West Ham United on 19 September 2026 for their first competitive encounter in 14 years, marking the 100th clash in derby history. Deeply rooted in shipyard battles and hooligan history, the basic facts behind London's most explosive rivalry remain unmatched.
Millwall defender Caleb Taylor promised that the Lions will "give it" to West Ham United in Saturday's highly anticipated Dockers Derby at The Den. Speaking on podcast, the 23-year-old ever-present center-back predicted a proper intimidating atmosphere for the arrival of the league leaders.
Pablo Felipe set his sights on Saturday's fierce derby against Millwall after scoring his first West Ham United goal in a 3-2 Carabao Cup loss to Fulham. The Brazilian forward urged his team-mates to stay focused as the Championship leaders prepare for a trip to The Den.
West Ham United goalkeeper Finlay Herrick set his sights on Saturday's fierce derby against Millwall after making his full home debut against Fulham. The 20-year-old revealed how late club icon Ludek Miklosko inspired his career while expressing excitement for his first trip to The Den.
Millwall manager Alex Neil praised his depleted squad's effort following a 2-2 draw at Middlesbrough ahead of Saturday's derby against West Ham United. Despite missing 11 first-team players, Neil remains proud of his side as they prepare to host their fierce rivals at The Den.
Nuno Espirito Santo warned West Ham United to eradicate defensive mistakes ahead of Saturday's crucial derby against Millwall. Following a 3-2 Carabao Cup defeat against Fulham, the manager insisted there is no time for sorrow as the Championship leaders prepare for a trip to The Den.
Alvaro Arbeloa urged Fulham to show greater defensive aggression after seeing his side edge West Ham 3-2 in a frantic Carabao Cup tie on Tuesday night. Substitute Oscar Bobb netted his first goal for the club to book their fourth-round berth, but the Spanish head coach was left frustrated by how easily his backline surrendered control.
Wrexham suffered the heaviest defeat of the Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney era as West Ham stormed to a ruthless 6-0 victory at London Stadium. Manager Phil Parkinson accepted full accountability after his side were swept aside by the Championship leaders in front of a record crowd.
West Ham United produced a magnificent attacking display to destroy Wrexham 6-0 at the London Stadium on Friday night. Six different players found the back of the net as the hosts secured their fourth consecutive league victory, brutally exposing the Welsh side's defensive frailties and sending a massive statement of intent in the Championship promotion race.
Striker-needy Premier League clubs missed a trick when it comes to “big player” Troy Parrott, former Republic of Ireland international Clinton Morrison has told GOAL. The Tottenham academy graduate spread his wings in 2024 when heading to the Netherlands and now finds himself in Spain - and the Champions League - with La Liga outfit Real Betis.
West Ham United midfielder Edson Alvarez has broken his silence to vehemently deny sensational allegations linking him to a kidnapping plot in his native Mexico. The 28-year-old took to social media to issue a strongly-worded statement, confirming he has instructed his legal team to pursue action against those spreading false claims.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window once again proved to be exceptionally busy, with some huge names making big-money moves all the way up to Deadline Day on September 1.
West Ham United have confirmed that French centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo has departed the London Stadium to join Ligue 1 side RC Lens on a season-long loan deal. The move marks a swift return to his homeland for the defender, who has struggled to maintain a regular starting spot under the current management Nuno Espirito Santo in East London.
Former Manchester United defender Paul Parker has identified West Ham United star El Hadji Malick Diouf as the ideal solution to the ongoing left-back crisis at Old Trafford. Following a disappointing start to the new Premier League season, the Red Devils are under pressure to bolster their defensive options before the summer transfer window slams shut.
Jarrod Bowen surprised many when committing his future to West Ham on the back of their relegation out of the Premier League. Was that decision influenced by a desire to keep his wife Dani and father-in-law Danny Dyer happy? Ex-Hammers star Ray Houghton has answered that question for GOAL, with the England international shunning all transfer speculation.
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