West Ham have announced the appointment of Nuno Espirito Santo as their new head coach with a three-year contract, replacing Graham Potter after a disappointing start to the 2025–26 season. (Reuters)
Potter’s dismissal came after a run of poor results saw West Ham sitting 19th in the Premier League early in the season. (Reuters)
Big Squad Move: Ward-Prowse Dropped
In Nuno’s very first squad selection, James Ward-Prowse was left out—despite being fit and regularly used under Potter. This decision signals a fresh start and shows Nuno is ready to shake things up. (The Times)
Recent Match Result: Everton 1-1 West Ham
In his debut, Nuno’s team played Everton and the match ended 1–1.
- Everton took the lead early through Michael Keane from a corner. (Royal Blue Mersey)
- In the 66th minute, Jarrod Bowen equalized after a deflected ball fell to him. (Royal Blue Mersey)
It was a solid showing given all the changes happening at the club.
Reactions & Opinions
- David Moyes, former West Ham manager now at Everton, has spoken about the instability at his old club, saying consistency is essential for success. (The Guardian)
- The sacking of Potter also drew criticism. Some believe the club handled it poorly, especially making him face a press conference right before dismissal. (Talksport)
What’s Next for West Ham
- The board and Nuno will likely work on squad changes—look out for new signings or players moving out.
- Upcoming fixtures, including matches against Arsenal and Brentford, will test the new manager’s impact. (The Times)
- Fan discontent is growing. Some supporters plan to protest or even boycott home games to show their frustration with the club’s direction. (The Times)
