Episodes
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RIP West Ham - Thank you & goodbye
This is an extremely difficult post to write for so many reasons. Firstly because of the absolutely dire state of our beloved West Ham United right now. And secondly because this is likely to be the last podcast you ever listen to from We Are West Ham as you've known it for the last seven years....
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318. Same old problems
A decent performance at home to Aston Villa, but poor defending prevented us from getting a great result AGAIN! Will and James discuss the game, the tribute to Billy Bonds pre-match and the business we need to do in January to give us the best chance of avoiding relegation. Remember, if you love...
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317. Brighton's helping hand
1-1 draws against Manchester United and Brighton see West Ham firmly in relegation trouble but performances are improving. Will and James discuss the last two fixtures including Soungoutou Magassa, Nuno's team selections and how on Earth Brighton's last-gasp equaliser was not ruled out. Remember,...
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316. Rest in peace Billy
West Ham legend Billy Bonds sadly passed away on Sunday and we pay tribute to one of the club's greatest ever players. We also discuss the 2-0 defeat to Liverpool and the Lucas Paqueta after his red card. Remember, if you love what we do, please leave us a nice review on whatever platform you're...
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Opposition View: Liverpool, with Henry from This is Anfield
West Ham welcome Liverpool to the London Stadium on Sunday as we look to extend our unbeaten run to four games. Will is joined by Liverpool fan Henry Jackson to preview the game as we discuss the reasons behind their poor recent form, the future of Arne Slot and Alexander Isak's start to life at...
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315. Game of two halves
From two goals up to a 2-2 draw, it was a game of two halves away at Bournemouth. James and Will, struggling with Wi-Fi in Wrexham, discuss the form of Callum Wilson, their thoughts on Nuno and the improvements we have seen so far. Remember, if you love what we do, please leave us a nice review…
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Opposition View: Bournemouth, with Craig from Up The Cherries
West Ham return from the international break with a tough fixture away at Bournemouth. We get the thoughts of Craig from Up The Cherries on their brilliant start to the season, new England man Alex Scott and Nuno's poor record against Bournemouth. Remember, if you love what we do, please leave us…
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314. No place like home
Back-to-back home victories for West Ham with a HUGE win over Burnley. Will and James discuss Nuno's more sensible line-ups, Tomas Soucek's new role as a super sub striker and the improvement in performances from Max Kilman and Jean-Clair Todibo since they switched sides. Remember, if you love…
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Opposition View: Burnley, with Joe from the TurfCast
Will is joined by Burnley podcaster Joe from the TurfCast to preview Saturday's huge six-pointer at London Stadium. We look ahead to the game and hear about two former West Ham men in Scott Parker and Josh Cullen, as well as their surprise signing of Kyle Walker. Remember, if you love what we do,...
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313. A feeling we forgot
Finally! West Ham have won a game at home! Will and James discuss a much-needed victory against Newcastle, a brilliant performance from Freddie Potts and the sit-in protest that occurred after the game. Remember, if you love what we do, please leave us a nice review on whatever platform you're...
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312. As bad as it gets
West Ham are heading to the Championship! Will and James are back to discuss that shockingly bad performance away at Leeds. We chat about another baffling line-up from Nuno, our two terrible centre-backs and whether it is even possible that we stay up. Remember, if you love what we do, please…
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311. Are we going down?
Where does that rank in a list of the worst West Ham performances in the Premier League era? The Hammers made Brentford look like Brazil in an embarrassing 2-0 defeat amid a boycott against David Sullivan. We discuss that protest, Nuno's bizarre starting XI and we look ahead to Leeds on Friday...
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Brentford BOYCOTT (plus Opposition View, with Michael Johnston from The Ealing Road Podcast)
West Ham fans are set to boycott the home fixture with Brentford in protest at owner David Sullivan. Will and James are set to do contrasting things on Monday night. Let us know your thoughts, feelings and whether you are heading to London Stadium or not! We are then joined by Michael Johnston…
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310. Decked by Declan
It was always going to be him! Declan Rice scored against West Ham once again as we were defeated 2-0 by Arsenal in Nuno Espirito Santo's second game in charge. Will and James discuss the taunts Rice received from the Hammers in the away end and his 'non-celebration' celebration. We also chat…
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Opposition View: Arsenal, with commentator Harry Symeou
It has been a positive start for Nuno Espirito Santo as West Ham boss and the tests do not get bigger than an away trip to Arsenal. Can the Hammers make it three wins at the Emirates in a row and once again damage their title hopes? We look ahead to the game with football broadcaster, commentator...
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309. Nu man in town
The Graham Potter era is officially over and Nuno Espirito Santo has already made a promising start to life at West Ham. Will is in a great mood with pragmatic football back as we discuss the 1-1 draw away at Everton and our first taste of Nuno ball. Remember, if you love what we do, please leave...
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308. Potter out, Nuno in (Exclusive news)
Graham Potter is clinging onto his job after a woeful 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace - with yet more goals conceded from corners and crosses. We have exclusive news on the rumours linking West Ham with the appointment of Nuno Espirito Santo. Will and James also discuss the protests against the...
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Opposition View: Crystal Palace, with journalist Henry Swain
Graham Potter is under huge pressure to get a result against a Crystal Palace side that are unbeaten in their last 16 matches. We preview the action at London Stadium with Eagles fan and journalist Henry Swain. Remember, if you love what we do, please leave us a nice review on whatever platform...
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307. Constant capitulations
Another embarrassing defeat and another capitulation at London Stadium as we are beaten by Tottenham 3-0. We discuss whether Graham Potter can fix this mess, what manager could we turn to, our thoughts on individuals like Mads Hermansen and the return of Mohammed Kudus. Remember, if you love what...
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Opposition View: Tottenham, with Spurs host Paul Coyte
A fiery London derby ahead as Spurs and Mohammed Kudus travel to the London Stadium. To preview Saturday's huge clash we are joined by Spurs stadium announcer and GB News presenter Paul Coyte. We discuss Kudus the Judas, how Thomas Frank's reign has begun and the shock news of Daniel Levy…
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BONUS: Why 'David Sullivan will NEVER leave West Ham!' | George Simms, The Observer
West Ham United's Fan Advisory Board recently published a letter of no confidence in the club's board. Fan group Hammers United have also urged supporters to boycott next month's home game against Brentford in protest at David Sullivan and the board's wider running of the club. Sports journalist...
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306. Lucas isn't Paq-ing his bags
Wow! Nottingham Forest 0-3 West Ham. Jarrod Bowen on the scoresheet, Lucas Paqueta's iconic staying celebration, clinical Callum Wilson and Crysencio Summerville making an instant impact after his devastating injury. So many reasons for James Jones and Will Pugh to be positive heading into the...
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Opposition View: Nottingham Forest with Adam from the 1865 pod
Oh no, we've got to play another game... when will it stop?! A painfully predictable late collapse at Wolves saw West Ham crash out the Carabao Cup at the first hurdle after actually looking like a proper football team for the first time this season. Sadly that only lasted 80 minutes against...
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305. David Sullivan's going nowhere!
West Ham 1 - 5 Chelsea. Jesus! An absolutely abject showing at London Stadium on Friday night has left all of us wondering where we go from here. Will Pugh & James Jones return - albeit against James' will - to break down exactly what went wrong, but more importantly where it leaves the club as…
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Opposition View: Chelsea, with Charlie from Chelsea Fan TV
As we try to move on from the Sunderland embarrassment, we turn our attention to our first home game of the season against London rivals Chelsea. We are joined this week to preview the game by Chelsea superfan Charlie Patrick to talk about Enzo Maresca, another bold transfer window by the Blues…
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304. Another season of suffering?
Losing 3-0 to newly-promoted Sunderland in your first game of the season. That is a new low even for West Ham! Will and James discuss where it all went wrong at the Stadium of Light, the business we need to do in the transfer market and we react to going viral last week for our comments about...
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Opposition View: Sunderland, with Graham from the WTF Sunderland Podcast
West Ham begin the new season with a trip up to newly-promoted Sunderland. We preview the game with Graham from the WTF Sunderland Podcast as he gives us an insight into their busy summer of signings, manager Regis Le Bris and how they will setup tactically to beat the Hammers. Remember, if you...
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303. New season, same old West Ham
The 2025-26 season is here and we are back! Will Pugh and James Jones return to preview the new campaign ahead of our trip to Sunderland on Saturday. We share our thoughts on the club's transfer business from selling Mohammed Kudus to bringing in Callum Wilson. Remember, if you love what we do,...
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302. Things can only get better
West Ham's miserable season comes to an end with a much-needed win away at Ipswich on the final day. Will and James look back at a bleak campaign, discuss which players we need to buy and who should be sold. Plus, there is a debate about renewing your season ticket. Thanks for listening and for...
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301. Fond farewells
West Ham were beaten 2-1 by Nottingham Forest in our final home match of the season. James is joined by Alex to discuss the goodbyes to Aaron Cresswell, Lukasz Fabianski and Vladimir Coufal. We also look at Hammer of the Year Aaron Wan-Bissaka and what needs to be done in the transfer window this...
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300. Three points - finally!
Eight long games but finally, West Ham have won a game (even if it was against a dreadful Man Utd team that probably couldn't be bothered). Will and Alex break down a solid performance on the road, sing the praises of Tomas Soucek (as per) and Jarrod Bowen, discuss Aaron Wan-Bissaka's season and...
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299. Forgettable derby, forgettable season
Not even a match against Spurs could add a sprinkle of joy or excitement to a truly awful season. Will and James discuss what was another pretty underwhelming game at home as we edge ever closer to the end of the campaign (hooray!). As there is nothing to play for we talk about the apathy towards...
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Opposition View: Tottenham, with Dean from The Sun
Quite possibly the least cared about West Ham vs Spurs game in some time... our season is all but over and Ange Postecoglou is on the verge of somehow guiding them to the Europa League final. But sharing his thoughts on Tottenham's mixed performances, whether Postecoglou will remain in the job…
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298. Last-gasp nightmares
Another collapse in the final few stages of a game. West Ham managed to throw away a lead with just minutes on the clock again! Will and James have put their apathy towards the season to one side to talk about the game, Tomas Soucek being brilliant as per usual and ask whether criticism of Graham...
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Opposition View: Brighton, with Tom Phillips
Graham Potter returns to his former club Brighton this weekend as he tries desperately to fix West Ham's problems. Will is joined by Seagulls fan and sports journalist Tom to preview the game and discuss Potter. Is more dull football in store or do we need to be patient? Remember, if you love…
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297. Bleak and boring
Just when you thought this season couldn’t get any worse, West Ham fail to beat one of the worst Premier League sides EVER at home. A truly terrible and drab day at the London Stadium. Will and James discuss their thoughts on the game and where the club go from here. Remember, if you love what we...
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296. A team of two halves
We're back! West Ham slipped to 17th in the table with a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat away at Liverpool. Will and James break down their thoughts on the positive performance and we briefly look back at the displays in recent matches against Wolves and Bournemouth. We also discuss the harsh criticism…
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295. Potter's quick fix
Heartbreak in the David Moyes derby as Everton's late equaliser ruined another clean sheet and three points for Graham Potter's West Ham. Will is back and is joined by James as usual to discuss Tomas Soucek's "optical illusion" and where we are heading under the new manager. Are we sold on his...
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294. Are you not entertained?
West Ham's problems at home continue under the new manager with a drab and disappointing 1-0 defeat to Newcastle. James and Alex discuss whether there are enough reasons to be positive under Graham Potter, the use of VAR and individuals like Alphonse Areola and Evan Ferguson. We also look ahead…
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293. The inescapable Tomas Soucek
Back-to-back wins and clean sheets - Graham Potter's West Ham is taking shape! Will and James break down the win over Leicester, the effectiveness of the great Tomas Soucek and brilliance of Jarrod Bowen. We also discuss the news that season ticket prices have been frozen and concessions are...
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Opposition View: Leicester, with Josh from The Sun
West Ham are looking for their first back-to-back wins under Graham Potter - it doesn't get much easier than Leicester at home - surely. Josh Jones from The Sun breaks down the reasons behind the Foxes' awful season from losing Enzo Maresca to poor recruitment and a negativity around the King Power.
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292. Second again, ole ole!
West Ham have done it again. Arsenal's title hopes are over! What a win at the Emirates to well and truly put Arsenal back in their place. Will and James discuss what was a brilliant performance, why we dislike the Gunners, Declan Rice and pick up on last week's London Stadium chat. Remember, if...
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291. A step backwards
Despite not the best results, there was a feeling we were heading in the right direction under Graham Potter and there was optimism heading into the Brentford game. But in typical West Ham fashion, that bubble was burst by a dire first-half performance and a 1-0 loss. Will and James discuss where...
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Opposition View: Brentford, with Natalie Sawyer from talkSPORT
After a weekend off, West Ham return as Brentford head across the capital for yet another London derby. Will is joined by talkSPORT presenter and Brentford fan Natalie Sawyer to look give us an insight of the Bees’ season. We discuss the future of Thomas Frank, star man Bryan Mbuemo and how...
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290. It's VAR-cical
An unfortunate West Ham were beaten by Chelsea 2-1 on Graham Potter's return to Stamford Bridge. A frustrated Will and James are back to break down the game. We discuss the controversial refereeing decisions in the build-up to their first goal, the legend that is Andy Irving and Mohammed Kudus'...
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Opposition View: Chelsea, with Stamford Chidge from Chelsea FanCast
Graham Potter returns to the Stamford Bridge dugout on Monday night, looking to build on that highly-impressive performance against Aston Villa. Podcast favourite Stamford Chidge is back on the show to discuss Chelsea’s worrying recent form, concern over goalkeeper Robert Sanchez and rage at Todd...
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289. We're onto something good
No strikers, one centre-back and four full-backs, but a threadbare West Ham squad battled back from a goal down to draw away at Aston Villa, even coming close to nicking all three points. There are plenty of reasons for us to be positive this week and we are full of praise for new boss Graham...
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Opposition View: Aston Villa, with Alec from The Sun
West Ham have the chance to get revenge on Aston Villa as we head back up to Birmingham on Sunday just a few weeks after our FA Cup defeat to them. Will is joined by Alec Shilton from The Sun to preview this one and talk about the Jhon Duran transfer saga. Remember, if you love what we do, please...
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288. Patience is a virtue
It was a dull 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace to end a busy first week at West Ham for Graham Potter. Will and James share their thoughts on the game (even if James' view is clouded by a fair few pints). We chat about how the new manager is getting on, Lucas Paqueta's form, the importance of playing...
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Opposition View: Crystal Palace, with Max from The Athletic
Graham Potter got his first win as manager over Fulham on Tuesday night and there is little time before we head back to London Stadium for another derby. Crystal Palace make the trip across the capital, having rejuvenated their form after a slow start to the season. We preview the game with Max...