Also known as: West Ham United F.C.
Appears in coverage of English football; involved in defender Wan-Bissaka's loan to Aston Villa and inquiry about free agent Jamie Vardy.
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London taxpayers may have to pay an extra £2.5m if West Ham are relegated from the Premier League this season, because of the club’s lease agreement for London Stadium. …
West Ham relegation may cost London taxpayers £2.5mThe Ghanaian Times
England’s referees’ body endorsed on Tuesday the disallowing of West Ham United’s late equaliser against Arsenal for a foul on the keeper in a momentous decision for the Premier League and one of the biggest for the Video Assistant Referee system. …
Disallowing West Ham equaliser against Arsenal was right- referees’ chiefThe Ghanaian Times
… VAR made headlines again after relegation-threatened West Ham were denied a stoppage-time equaliser against title-chasing Arsenal following a lengthy review last Sunday, with the Gunners’ 1-0 win leaving the Premier League leaders five points clear of second-placed City. …
Guardiola urges City players to make VAR irrelevantThe Ghanaian Times
… We saw Leeds on Monday against Spurs even being out of the relegation battle and staying in the Premier League again how they compete. “We have played here against Aston Villa in the past, or West Ham they had nothing to play and we saw how difficult it was. …
Premier League title-race: Guardiola expects Palace to be professional against ArsenalJoy Online
… Webb confirmed the move after explaining why disallowing West Ham‘s last-ditch equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday was the correct decision. …
Refs’ chief Webb confirms grappling consultationJoy Online
… But Arsenal defender White is a major doubt for the World Cup with a knee injury suffered in Sunday’s win at West Ham, while Livramento is currently unavailable – though there is hope the Newcastle defender will be fit for the World Cup. …
Tuchel submits 55-man provisional World Cup squadJoy Online
… VAR has come under renewed scrutiny this week with a stoppage-time goal for West Ham against Arsenal ruled out following a lengthy review – a decision which had an impact at both ends of the Premier League table. …
VAR is a flip of a coin, says GuardiolaDaily Guide
West Ham United F.C. are set to contact the Professional Game Match Officials Limited following the controversial decision to disallow their late equaliser against Arsenal F.C. …
West Ham Seeks Explanation On Disallowed Goal Against ArsenalThe Ghanaian Times
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised the courage of referee Chris Kavanagh for disallowing a West Ham United equaliser as his side snatched a 1-0 victory to move closer to securing the Premier League title on Sunday. …
Arteta praises referee’s courage in pivotal decisionJoy Online
… The Italian is learning quickly that no such territory as a comfort zone exists at Spurs, and certainly not when presented with the opportunity to put daylight between themselves and West Ham United and make their lives easier in the Premier League relegation battle. …
Spurs hit self-destruct button again as season agony prolongedHarry Kane scored two goals in England's UEFA Nations League victory over Czech Republic at Wembley, bringing his England tally to 91 goals and equalling Peter Shilton's record of 125 caps.
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Harry Kane scored two goals in England's UEFA Nations League victory over Czech Republic at Wembley, bringing his England tally to 91 goals and equalling Peter Shilton's record of 125 caps.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former England striker Andy Carroll has disclosed in his autobiography that he was sexually assaulted by a man in 2021 while playing for Newcastle United; the attacker was later convicted of sexual offences and sentenced to three years in prison.
25 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former England striker Andy Carroll has revealed in his autobiography that he was sexually assaulted by a man at his home in 2021 while he was sleeping; the perpetrator was convicted of sexual offences and jailed for three years.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana begins their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign against Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké without Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey, Antoine Semenyo, captain Jordan Ayew, Prince Adu Kwabena, Alidu Seidu and other players, depriving the team of experience, creativity and attacking strength.
24 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Nairobi has been selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event will be held in Africa. The decision, confirmed at a World Athletics Council meeting in Budapest, beat London's bid, with World Athletics President Sebastian Coe calling Nairobi's proposal "compelling and emotional."
16 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Big-money summer transfers create immediate betting market expectations that football rarely delivers in the opening weeks of the season, creating potential opportunities for those who can distinguish genuine improvement from excitement surrounding new arrivals.
7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Luka Modric, who turns 41 on Wednesday, has announced his intention to continue playing for Croatia's national team in upcoming Nations League games. The decision comes as Slaven Bilic returns as Croatia manager, the coach who guided Modric's early international career from 2006 to 2012.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli has left Arsenal for Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal in a £60m deal, signing a four-year contract after being told he was not part of manager Mikel Arteta's plans. The 25-year-old, who spent seven years at the Gunners, will earn significantly higher wages than his reported £180,000 per week at Arsenal.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Liverpool will play Tottenham in the EFL Cup third round, with nine Premier League sides competing in Europe entering at this stage. Matches are scheduled for weeks commencing September 7 and 14.
28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tottenham have signed Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush on loan until the end of the season with an obligation to make the deal permanent for £60m next summer. The 27-year-old Egypt international joins former City team-mate Savio at Spurs.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Liverpool will take on Tottenham as European-competing teams enter the third round of the Carabao Cup, with nine Premier League sides joining the competition in September. Matches will be played across the weeks of 7 and 14 September to avoid clashes with Champions League and Europa League fixtures.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazilian winger Savio, signed from Manchester City for an initial £75m, scored on his Tottenham debut from the substitute's bench in a 5-0 victory over Charlton Athletic, securing a third-round Carabao Cup tie at Liverpool.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City's Brazilian winger Savinho has joined Tottenham Hotspur for an initial fee of £75m, reverting to his full name Savio Moreira de Oliveira. The 22-year-old has signed a long-term contract with Roberto de Zerbi's side, which could pay up to a further £10m in add-ons.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Premier League will instruct referees to penalise holding, pushing, and jostling in penalty areas more strictly this season, focusing on actions that prevent players from playing the ball. The change follows widespread concerns about inconsistent officiating during set-pieces in the previous campaign.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Aston Villa have agreed to sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka on an initial loan with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. The DR Congo right-back will travel for a medical in the Midlands, with West Ham previously seeking a £25m fee.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal have held talks with Galatasaray over selling squad members, with Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri among players they are inviting offers for. Martinelli, subject to a €45m verbal offer from Galatasaray, is reluctant to move to Turkey, while the 19-year-old Nwaneri has interest from AC Milan, Fulham, Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
West Ham have inquired about 39-year-old free agent Jamie Vardy to strengthen their attack as they prepare for the Championship season. Vardy left Cremonese following their Serie A relegation and the Hammers are targeting a Premier League return.
11 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Defender Micky van de Ven says Tottenham's club-record £237m spending under manager Roberto de Zerbi reflects a "new ambition" after an "unacceptable" season in which the club finished 17th and narrowly avoided relegation. Van de Ven expects the team to play "more enjoyable" football under De Zerbi with the new signings and a full pre-season.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham defeated A-League champions Auckland FC in a pre-season match in New Zealand, with Dane Scarlett and Richarlison scoring. Manager Roberto de Zerbi fielded a young side to manage risk after the long trip, with new signing Mateus Fernandes the only major summer arrival to feature.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi has said players who are not happy at the club should move elsewhere, amid speculation over midfielder Lucas Bergvall's future after Nottingham Forest bid £38m for him. De Zerbi, who took over in late March and helped save Spurs from Premier League relegation, emphasised that he wants players who are proud and motivated to stay at the club.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi has said players who are not happy at the club should move elsewhere, amid transfer speculation surrounding midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who has attracted bids from Nottingham Forest.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Aston Villa have agreed to loan Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho until the end of the 2026-27 season with an obligation to buy contingent on conditions such as the number of appearances he makes. Garnacho, 22, has completed a medical and pre-agreed a four-year contract at Villa Park.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bournemouth have rejected a £64m offer from Chelsea for midfielder Alex Scott and told the Blues no further approaches would be welcomed, insisting they intend to keep the 22-year-old star player despite his rejection of a new contract offer.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Saudi club Al-Hilal have agreed a £60m deal (initial £55m plus £5m in add-ons) to sign Netherlands winger Crysencio Summerville, 24, from relegated West Ham. The sale provides a windfall for West Ham as they look to cut their wage bill following relegation from the Premier League.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
England bid to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six decades as they face holders Argentina in a World Cup semifinal. The match marks the first competitive meeting between the sides since 2002 and the first time Messi has ever played against England.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal after meeting his £35m release clause. The 29-year-old midfielder, who recently helped Belgium reach the World Cup quarter-finals, will wear the number 18 shirt.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United are in advanced talks with Aston Villa to sign midfielder Youri Tielemans, with a deal understood to be close; Tielemans' contract contains a release clause that makes negotiations easier, and the 29-year-old has Premier League experience and has been on United's radar for considerable time.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United have agreed to sign Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth up to £50 million, with an initial payment of £48 million plus £2 million in add-ons. Santos will join fellow Brazilian Ederson at Old Trafford as United strengthen their midfield following injuries and departures.
10 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Bruno Guimaraes has asked to leave Newcastle, with Arsenal accelerating their interest in the Brazil international midfielder. Arsenal are poised to make a fresh offer for Guimaraes, who arrived at Newcastle from Lyon in 2022, as they look to bolster their midfield.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham Hotspur has completed the signing of Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United for a club-record £100 million (£92.5 million initial plus £7.5 million in add-ons). The 26-year-old said he was convinced to join after a conversation with head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
7 July 2026 · Daily Guide →