Swansea striker Michu celebrates opening the scoring against Chelsea on January 9, 2013
Sam Allardyce: 'We looked at Michu'
Sam Allardyce says that he was aware of Michu before the Spaniard moved to Swansea City in the summer.
Jan 12, 06:44
Wellington Paulista of Cruzeiro runs with the ball in a match against Colo Colo of Chile on 15 January, 2010
Wellington Paulista vows to prove worth
Brazilian striker Wellington Paulista believes that he has the tools to succeed in the Premier League after signing a loan deal with West Ham United this week.
Jan 12, 05:07
Big Sam Allardyce on December 22, 2012
Sam Allardyce slams "out of control" transfer window
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce brands the current transfer system as "out of control" and insists that the old way of doing things kept unfair added pressure off struggling coaches.
Jan 12, 02:22
Marouane Chamakh celebrates scoring Arsenal's fifth
Sam Allardyce backs Marouane Chamakh for West Ham United success
Sam Allardyce is confident that striker Marouane Chamakh will prove to be a valuable asset for West Ham United in the second half of the season.
Jan 11, 02:44
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill during his team's match against Liverpool on January 2, 2013
Preview:Sunderland vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole previews Sunderland's Premier League clash against West Ham United at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 10, 15:41
Blackburn Rovers defender Martin Olsson on October 3, 2012
Sam Allardyce: 'We're in talks with Blackburn Rovers over Martin Olsson'
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce says that negotiations with Blackburn are "ongoing" over the transfer of defender Martin Olsson.
Jan 10, 11:58
Blackburn Rovers defender Martin Olsson on October 3, 2012
Blackburn Rovers turn down West Ham United bid for Martin Olsson?
Blackburn Rovers reportedly reject a bid from West Ham United for Sweden international Martin Olsson.
Jan 8, 11:47
Sam Allardyce, Steve Kean
Blackburn Rovers issue apology to Sam Allardyce over Steve Kean's comments
Blackburn Rovers issue an apology to West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce for controversial comments made by former manager Steve Kean.
Jan 8, 09:07
Andy Carroll gives a thumbs-up to Newcastle fans
Andy Carroll to make West Ham United comeback against Manchester United?
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce reveals that Andy Carroll and Mohamed Diame could make their comebacks from injury against Manchester United next week.
Jan 7, 11:28
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates  late equaliser against West Ham on January 5, 2013
Sam Allardyce: 'Robin van Persie moved to Manchester United for right reasons'
West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce believes that Robin van Persie chose Manchester United for football reasons and not money.
Jan 7, 10:18
Blackburn Rovers defender Martin Olsson on October 3, 2012
Report: West Ham United make Martin Olsson bid
West Ham United reportedly bid for Blackburn Rovers defender Martin Olsson.
Jan 7, 08:51
David Beckham celebrates after the final whistle after his team beat Houston Dynamo to win the MLS Cup Final on December 2, 2012
Sam Allardyce not ruling out David Beckham arrival
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce refuses to rule out a move for former England captain David Beckham.
Jan 7, 01:22
Upton Park
West Ham United to sign Wellington Paulista
West Ham United are close to signing Brazilian striker Wellington Paulista on loan from Cruzeiro, according to reports.
Jan 5, 18:25
Danny Welbeck
Team News: Danny Welbeck replaces Robin van Persie, Joe Cole makes debut
Danny Welbeck replaces Robin van Persie in the Manchester United starting XI for this afternoon's FA Cup tie at West Ham United.
Jan 5, 17:20
United boss Sir Alex Ferguson at the Liberty Stadium on December 23, 2012
Live Commentary: West Ham United 2-2 Manchester United - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text coverage of the FA Cup tie between West Ham United and Manchester United at Upton Park.
Jan 5, 16:30
Marouane Chamakh celebrates scoring Arsenal's fifth
Marouane Chamakh joins West Ham United on loan
Arsenal striker Marouane Chamakh joins West Ham United on a six-month loan deal.
Jan 4, 14:18
Joe Cole
Sam Allardyce tips Joe Cole for England recall
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce backs new signing Joe Cole to earn himself an England recall.
Jan 4, 12:40
Marouane Chamakh celebrates scoring Arsenal's fifth
West Ham United make Marouane Chamakh enquiry
West Ham make an official enquiry into the availability of Arsenal striker Marouane Chamakh.
Jan 4, 12:32
Marouane Chamakh celebrates scoring Arsenal's fifth
Marouane Chamakh 'in West Ham United talks'
West Ham United are reportedly in talks with Arsenal's Marouane Chamakh.
Jan 3, 23:07
Andy Carroll for West Ham
Sam Allardyce: 'Andy Carroll must score more goals'
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce insists that striker Andy Carroll must score more goals when he returns from injury.
Jan 3, 12:32
Nicolas Anelka
Sam Allardyce admits Nicolas Anelka wage struggle
Sam Allardyce says that West Ham United will not be able to afford Nicolas Anelka's wages if they sign the striker.
Jan 2, 06:55
Rickie Lambert
West Ham United bid for Rickie Lambert?
West Ham United have an initial approach for Southampton striker Rickie Lambert rejected by the South Coast club.
Jan 2, 00:10
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce on the touchline on December 29, 2012
Sam Allardyce "bitterly disappointed" with Reading defeat
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce blames individual errors for his side's 1-0 defeat to Reading.
Dec 29, 17:39
Pavel Pogrebnyak scores the opener against West Ham on December 29, 2012
Match Analysis: Reading 1-0 West Ham United
Sports Mole analyses Reading's 1-0 home victory over West Ham United in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 29, 17:27
Big Sam Allardyce on December 22, 2012
David Gold hints at new Sam Allardyce contract
West Ham United chairman David Gold hints that he will offer manager Sam Allardyce a new contract to remain at Upton Park.
Dec 29, 08:55
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce on the touchline on December 9, 2012
Sam Allardyce: 'We need more referees'
Sam Allardyce says that the Premier League need more referees to ease the workload during the busy festive schedule.
Dec 28, 16:20
Big Sam Allardyce on December 22, 2012
Mid-season report: West Ham United
Sports Mole takes a look at West Ham United's return to the top flight, as Sam Allardyce looks to make the Hammers a permanent top-flight fixture.
Dec 28, 15:00
Sam Allardyce
Sam Allardyce delighted with Carlton Cole decision
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce feels that justice has been done after Carlton Cole's red card against Everton is successfully appealed.
Dec 28, 10:03
Royals boss Brian McDermott before kickoff on December 22, 2012
Preview:Reading vs. West Ham United
Reading host West Ham United in the Premier League with both sides out of form.
Dec 27, 13:03
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce on the touchline on December 9, 2012
Sam Allardyce: 'Football will benefit from technology'
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce insists that the introduction of video technology will improve football.
Dec 24, 09:56
Big Sam Allardyce on December 22, 2012
Sam Allardyce bans full-contact training
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce is forced to stop full-contact training at the club due to an injury crisis.
Dec 23, 14:06
Big Sam Allardyce on December 22, 2012
Sam Allardyce slams Carlton Cole red card
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce hits out at the referee's decision to send Carlton Cole off in his side's 2-1 loss to Everton this afternoon.
Dec 22, 17:55
Carlton Cole celebrates scoring the first for The Hammers on December 22, 2012
Live Commentary: West Ham United 1-2 Everton - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary from the Premier League showdown between West Ham United and Everton.
Dec 22, 14:34
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce bellows from the sidelines on November 19, 2012
Preview:West Ham United vs. Everton
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Everton.
Dec 21, 15:16
Nicolas Anelka
Harry Redknapp reveals interest in Nicolas Anelka
Queens Park Rangers boss Harry Redknapp admits that he is interested in bringing Nicolas Anelka to Loftus Road.
Dec 21, 13:04
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce on the touchline on December 9, 2012
Sam Allardyce proud of defensive display
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce hails a "precious point" for his side at the Hawthorns this afternoon.
Dec 16, 19:05
Hammers striker Carlton Cole battles West Brom defenders on December 16, 2012
Match Analysis: West Bromwich Albion 0-0 West Ham United
Sports Mole analyses the goalless draw between West Bromwich Albion and West Ham United this afternoon.
Dec 16, 18:33
Mohamed Diame lays on the floor injured as a stretcher is called on December 9, 2012
Sam Allardyce: 'Mohamed Diame not leaving'
Sam Allardyce insists that Mohamed Diame is happy at West Ham United despite January transfer speculation.
Dec 16, 12:23
West Brom manager Steve Clarke at Emirates Stadium on December 4, 2012
Steve Clarke: 'West Ham are more than a long-ball team'
West Brom manager Steve Clarke has warned his players of any misconceptions about today's opponents West Ham, saying they offer more than simply long-balls.
Dec 16, 07:18
Andy Carroll gives a thumbs-up to Newcastle fans
Sam Allardyce: 'Carlton Cole may keep Andy Carroll out'
Sam Allardyce says that he would struggle to leave Carlton Cole on the bench when Andy Carroll recovers from a knee injury.
Dec 15, 14:04
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