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ποΈ OFFICIAL CLUB PROFILE: LONDON STADIUM, STRATFORD
West Ham United FC
the Hammers Elite.
Founded in 1895, West Ham United is the Academy of Football β the club that gave England its 1966 World Cup heroes. From Upton Park to the London Stadium, the Hammers carry on a proud East London legacy.
Motto: Fortuna Favet Fortibus β Fortune Favours The Brave
Established 1895
Academy of Football
West Ham United is a professional club rooted in the heart of East London. Known as the Academy of Football, the Hammers produced Englandβs 1966 World Cup winning trio β Bobby Moore, Geoff Hurst and Martin Peters.
From the iconic Boleyn Ground at Upton Park to the modern London Stadium, West Ham have always represented working-class East London pride. Their 2023 UEFA Conference League triumph was their first European trophy in 58 years β a moment that united a generation of Hammers fans.
Historical Milestones
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1966
Moore, Hurst & Peters lead England to World Cup glory β all from West Ham.
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1975 & 1980
Back-to-back FA Cup victories cementing East Londonβs football royalty status.
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2016
Historic move to the London Stadium β a new chapter for the Hammers.
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2023
UEFA Conference League champions β first European trophy in club history.
EAST LONDON DERBY SINCE 1899
Club Identity
The Hammers Way
Built on technically gifted footballers, youth development and East London passion. The Hammers have always believed in playing the game the right way.
Stadium: London Stadium (62,500)
Historic Records
Legacy of Greatness
Three FA Cups, a UEFA Conference League title and the proud legacy of producing Englandβs greatest ever generation of footballers.
Record Scorer: Vic Watson (326)
Current Era
Rebuilding The Irons
West Ham continue to evolve under new management, building on their European success and striving to establish themselves as consistent top-half Premier League contenders.
Captain: Jarrod Bowen