West Ham Fans Gear Up for Season-Long Protests Against Club Ownership

West Ham Fans Organize Protests

As the football season heats up, West Ham supporters are set to intensify their protests against the club's ownership. A lock-in event is planned ahead of the November match against Newcastle, signaling the start of a season-long campaign.

Marches and Boycotts Planned

Groups such as Hammers United and Crossed Hammers have been actively organizing marches to apply pressure on chairman David Sullivan and vice-chair Karren Brady. After a recent protest that ended at the directors’ entrance of the London Stadium, the message is clear: the fans are not pleased.

Upcoming Events to Watch

Protests are scheduled for the home games against Brentford and Newcastle, with a total boycott called for the Brentford match on October 20. Fans are also planning a mass march before the Burnley game on November 8. Expect black balloons and flags at every away game starting with Arsenal on October 4.

Fan Advisory Board's No Confidence Vote

The protests have been fueled by the Fan Advisory Board's (FAB) vote of no confidence in the club's board, criticizing their failure to capitalize on last year's Conference League victory and their management of the matchday experience.

West Ham's Response

While West Ham issued a statement to reassure fans, critics, including Hammers United spokesperson Paul Colborne, labeled it as “condescending rubbish.” The tension is palpable, especially following the team's disappointing performance, losing four out of five league games.

Looking Ahead

The FAB is set to meet with the club next month to discuss various concerns, including financial planning and fan treatment. Meanwhile, West Ham has chosen to remain tight-lipped about the ongoing situation, reiterating their commitment to address fans' concerns in the upcoming meeting.