Sport by Press Association 29/03/2018, 8:30 pm FacebookTwitterWhatsAppEmail Send us a story Sign up to our Daily newsletter West Ham have given further details of the enhanced security measures put in place for Saturday’s Premier League game against Southampton at the London Stadium. The Hammers’ last home game against Burnley on March 10 was marred by a number of crowd disturbances. Five fans invaded the pitch while co-owner David Sullivan was struck by a coin after a protest in front of the directors’ box turned nasty. A number of banning orders have since been issued and more are expected to follow. The club are now taking steps to avoid any repeat and have announced that there will be an increased police and security personnel presence this weekend. Additional security gates have also been installed to limit fans’ movements around the stadium. The announcements follow reports earlier in the week that a security barrier would be … [Read more...] about West Ham ramp up security for Southampton clash
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West Ham legend worried more fan protests will hinder fight to avoid relegation
Sir Trevor Brooking has urged West Ham fans spoiling for a fight to stay away from Saturday's crucial game at home to Southampton. The fourth-bottom Hammers host the club one place below them in their first game since the shameful scenes that marred a 3-0 defeat to Burnley at the London Stadium on March 10. Fans raced onto the pitch and others pelted the directors’ box with missiles, forcing the club's owners and a number of their guests to flee. The protests drew widespread condemnation and are likely to see an increased police presence amid a tense atmosphere this weekend. Now, Sir Trevor called on disgruntled fans to put their feelings aside to give the players a chance to perform in the weekend's six-pointer. The West Ham legend said: “I said the day after the Burnley game that any supporters who don’t feel they can back the team for 90 minutes should stay away for the time being - and I stand by that. “If you are a genuine West Ham fan, then any grievance … [Read more...] about West Ham legend worried more fan protests will hinder fight to avoid relegation
Drunken West Ham fan hurled abuse at Manchester Airport staff
A financier hurled abuse at airport staff after he was told he was too drunk - and too late - to fly home to Belfast following a boozy visit to Manchester for a football match. West Ham fan Stephen Brown travelled to see Man City take on the Londoners at the Etihad Stadium last December. The 42-year-old father-of-two drank at least nine pints of beer over the course of the day. After watching his team lose 2-1, he made his way to Manchester Airport , before being turned away when he was seen staggering up to a boarding gate as it was about to close. As the Flybe jet took off for his native Belfast without him, Brown lost his temper and had to be held back by a friend as he launched into a foul-mouthed rant at two airport officials manning the departure gate at Terminal 3. A senior airport employee was told: “This is your f****** fault. Get me the f*** out of this airport.” Brown then asked him: “Do you want me to be racist to you? Do you?” Manchester … [Read more...] about Drunken West Ham fan hurled abuse at Manchester Airport staff
West Ham fans invited to apply for tickets for Family Fun Day
PUBLISHED: 17:00 29 March 2018 West Ham United fans outside the ground before the Premier League match at London Stadium. PA Wire/PA Images Free event to take place at the London Stadium on April 3 West Ham United season ticket holders, Claret members, supporters on the season ticket waiting list and Club London members are being invited to apply for tickets for the club’s Family Fun Day. The free event takes place at the London Stadium on April 3 as a thank you to Hammers supporters. With the event taking place during the school holidays, the Premier League club hope as many families can attend as possible. Turnstiles at the London Stadium will open from 10am, giving supporters a chance to see the players being put through their paces in an open training session from 11.30am. Fans will be able to catch the likes of Mark Noble, Marko Arnautovic and their colleagues preparing for the important league matches against Chelsea and Stoke City. Those in attendance will also be … [Read more...] about West Ham fans invited to apply for tickets for Family Fun Day
Southampton boss Hughes wants to pile misery on West Ham
by Press Association March 29 2018, 3.21pm FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedInEmail Sign up to our Daily newsletter Want to read more?Subscribe today from £1 a week Mark Hughes wants to capitalise on the negativity engulfing West Ham when he takes Southampton to the troubled London Stadium. West Ham’s last home game, the 3-0 defeat by Burnley, was marred by pitch invasions and protests against owners David Sullivan and David Gold as the mood at the east London club turned ugly. The problems started as soon as Burnley scored their first goal and West Ham’s players were clearly affected. Southampton know a win will lift them out of the relegation zone – and dump West Ham in it – so Hughes is desperate to pile on the misery for the Hammers. “It’s a key game for both sides,” said the Saints boss. “With the situation we find ourselves in, and West Ham as well, at this time of the season if you’ve got the opportunity … [Read more...] about Southampton boss Hughes wants to pile misery on West Ham