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Men’s football / 13 November 2022
West Ham at halfway: a work in progress...but can do better
West Ham United manager David Moyes
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Men's Football / 20 July 2026
Uefa president Ceferin did not attend World Cup final in protest
20 July 2026
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Man Utd sign youngster Thompson from Spurs in deal worth up to £8m
20 July 2026
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20 July 2026
Men’s Cricket / 20 July 2026
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20 July 2026
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WEST HAM UNITED had a decidedly poor finish to the first half of the season - up to the World Cup break.

Three home defeats in the final week, including going out of the League Cup on penalties to Championship side Blackburn Rovers.

Manager David Moyes has come under fire, after spending £180 million in the summer.

The 95th Anniversary Appeal
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