‘A bad day’: Nuno says West Ham owe their fans ‘respect and dignity’
The Guardian · 2026-05-17 · archive
Side on brink of drop after defeat at Newcastle‘It’s going to be a very tough week ahead’Nuno Espírito Santo said his West Ham players owe their fans “respect and dignity” after an underwhelming3-1 defeat at Newcastleleft the east London side on the brink or relegation to the Championship.The Portuguese also admitted that the visiting supporters were “right” to direct chants of “you’re not fit to wear the shirt” at his team.Continue reading...
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West Ham United face a precarious battle for top-flight survival following a 3-1 loss against Newcastle. This recent setback leaves the east London club on the verge of relegation to the Championship, prompting manager Nuno Espírito Santo to call for increased professionalism and integrity from his squad. During the away fixture, traveling supporters expressed significant frustration, questioning the players' suitability to represent the club. The manager acknowledged these grievances as valid, admitting the performance fell short of expected standards. With a demanding period of preparation now approaching, the team must address their current form to avoid dropping out of the division after a disappointing display on the road.
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