West Ham United

West Ham play at the London Stadium (formerly Olympic Stadium), their home since 2016. With a capacity of 62,500, this modern venue in Stratford replaced the beloved Boleyn Ground (Upton Park) and is one of the Premier League's largest stadiums.

West Ham finished 14th with 43 points, recording 11 wins, 10 draws, and 17 losses. They scored 46 goals and conceded 62, enduring a challenging campaign that tested the club's resilience and determination throughout the season.

West Ham's achievements include 3 FA Cups (1964, 1975, 1980), the 1965 European Cup Winners' Cup, and most recently the 2023 UEFA Europa Conference League. Their 1966 World Cup connection - providing three England players including captain Bobby Moore - is legendary.

West Ham are nicknamed 'The Hammers' due to their origins as Thames Ironworks FC, founded by workers from a shipbuilding company. The crossed hammers on their crest reflect this industrial heritage, representing East London's working-class identity.

West Ham legends include Bobby Moore (England's 1966 World Cup-winning captain), Geoff Hurst, Martin Peters, Trevor Brooking, Paolo Di Canio, and more recently Declan Rice. These icons embody the 'West Ham Academy of Football' tradition of developing exceptional talent.

The 'West Ham Way' refers to the club's philosophy of playing attractive, attacking, skillful football - passing and moving rather than physical directness. This commitment to entertainment, even when not winning, defines the club's identity and expectations globally.

West Ham's fiercest rivals are Millwall (traditional East/South-East London rivalry) and Tottenham Hotspur. They also have strong rivalries with Chelsea and Arsenal in London derbies.

West Ham's Academy of Football is world-renowned for producing exceptional talent including Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard, Joe Cole, Michael Carrick, and Declan Rice. This tradition of youth development is respected globally and influences their identity as a club that 'does things properly'.

West Ham's working-class identity, commitment to attractive football, historic moments (1966 World Cup connection), and recent European success have built a global fanbase. Their authentic East London character resonates from Stratford to supporters worldwide who value traditional football culture.

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