West Ham go down and the great guard of honour debate: Football Weekly – podcast
The Guardian · 2026-05-25 · archive
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Barney Ronay, Jonathan Wilson and Jacob Steinberg to discuss the final day of the Premier League seasonRate, review, share onApple Podcastsand join the conversation onemail.On today’s pod:Tottenham surviveafter narrowly beating Everton, whileWest Ham’s win over Leedsproves meaningless as they are relegated from the Premier League after 14 years in the top flight. Jacob Steinberg joins the panel to discussthe failures behind the club’s decline, the future of the London Stadium and what comes next in the Championship.Continue reading...
The Story So Far
West Ham United’s fourteen-year tenure in the Premier League has concluded following the club's relegation to the second tier. Despite securing a victory against Leeds United on the final day of the campaign, the result proved insufficient to maintain their status in the top flight. Observers are now evaluating the systemic factors that led to the team's decline and ultimate demotion. With the season finished, attention turns to the future of the London Stadium and the logistical preparations required for the Championship. This transition marks a significant turning point as the Hammers prepare for the challenges of a new division.
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