Episodes
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney after a huge week that saw West Ham confirm their place in the Europa League next season. On the podcast today, Roshane and Sam look back on wins over West Brom & Southampton, the England squad announcement and West Ham's summer transfer plans. Plus there's even time to dish out some end of season awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/25/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney after a poor result versus Brighton leaves West Ham 5 points off the top four with two games to play. On the podcast today, Roshane reflects on the Hammers performance down on the south coast, there’s talk of an improving Benrahma and where to spend the transfer budget next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/18/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney as the must-win game against Everton ends in disappointment. On the podcast today, Sam and Roshane reflect on a poor performance vs Everton, the injuries behind the current form and why fans should still be dreaming of Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/11/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney after West Ham’s imperious 2-1 win over Burnley On the podcast today, Michael Antonio is in fine form as he scores 2 on his return from a 4 week layoff and according to Sam Delaney flair like this hasn’t been seen since the mid 90s.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 05/05/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to cover West Ham’s narrow 1-0 loss to Chelsea in the Premier League. On the podcast today, despite two losses in a row, West Ham are very much still in the hunt for a top-four finish. Sam and Roshane discuss the loss against Chelsea, Balbuena’s red card and why Hammers everywhere should remain positive. Plus, Premier Inn mattresses, FIFA Career Mode trolling and #chipgate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/27/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to cover the reaction to a proposed European Super League and West Ham's 3-2 defeat to Newcastle. On the podcast today, the Premier League is rocked by news of a breakaway European competition, but what does it mean for Hammers fans? Plus looking back on the loss to Newcastle and a huge game vs Chelsea coming this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/20/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to cover West Ham’s huge 3-2 win over Leicester in the race for the Champions League. On the podcast today, West Ham very nearly let another 3-goal lead slip but do move one point behind third-placed Leicester, we ask where does Jesse Lingard rank in Hammer’s transfer history and there’s more praise for the Moyesiah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/12/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to cover West Ham’s 3-2 win away at Wolves. On the podcast today, despite injuries to Michail Antonio and Declan Rice West Ham win 3-2 at Wolves to regain 4th spot in the Premier League with just eight games to go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 04/06/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to talk West Ham and the international break. On the podcast today, Jesse Lingard, Declan Rice and Tomas Soucek have all impressed for their nations during the break plus a look ahead to the Premier League run-in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/30/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney after a rollercoaster of a game vs Arsenal On the podcast today, West Ham drop two points against Arsenal - long-term how will this affect their chances of a top four finish? Plus Roshane updates us on a big win for the U18s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/23/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney after a disappointing display against Manchester United. On the podcast today, West Ham looked a little toothless against Manchester United - why did David Moyes set the side up so negatively? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/16/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney after an impressive 2-0 win over Leeds on Monday night. On the podcast today, three more points for the Hammers as they look to climb back into the top four - featuring fantastic performances once again from Aaron Cresswell and Craig Dawson, could they be underdogs for the England squad? Plus Mark Noble’s contract and a look ahead to the game against Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/09/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney as they react to the 2-1 loss to Man City at the Etihad. On the podcast today, West Ham probably deserved more away at Man City, injury updates on Fabianski and Ogbonna and a look ahead to the big game against Leeds. Plus a tribute to former Hammers manager Glenn Roeder.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/02/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to reflect on the 2-1 win over Spurs at the London Stadium. On the podcast today, West Hame cement their place in the top four, Michail Antonio returns and a bold Maldini comparison with Aaron Cresswell.  Plus a look ahead to the Man City game this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/23/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney the morning after West Ham’s convincing 3-0 win over Sheffield United. A great win for the Hammers without Antonio available, the amazing form of Aaron Cresswell and Craig Dawson for England. And more importantly, after Jarrod Bowen got a full 90 minutes, we ask, does David Moyes read Roshane’s pieces in The Athletic? Plus a look ahead to the Spurs game this weekend with memories of lasagne-gate looming large. Learn more about your ad...
Published 02/16/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to reflect on West Ham's FA Cup exit at the hands of Manchester United. Does David Moyes need to show more attacking intent against the top six sides? Why is Jarrod Bowen struggling for form? And how does this team cover for Antonio in attack? Plus...ahead of Monday night's game against Sheffield United, Sam looks back on the Tevez controversy of 2007 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/10/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to reflect on the transfer business carried about by West Ham during the transfer window. They debate whether the club made a mistake in not signing a striker. And look at what to expect from Jesse Lingard. They also reflect on the Liverpool defeat. Will David Moyes learn to be more adventurous in future games against big teams after this disappointing display? SPECIAL OFFER! Right now you can subscribe to The Athletic for a special price. Enjoy...
Published 02/02/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to bask in the glory of yet another West Ham win.  They reflect on the victory over Crystal Palace and heap praise on two-goal Tomas Soucek.  Roshane tells us why Frank Lampard's sacking means Declan Rice won't EVER be joining Chelsea. And he has the lowdown on the imminent loan signing of Jesse Lingard. SPECIAL JANUARY OFFER! Throughout January you can subscribe to The Athletic for a special price. Enjoy great analysis and in-depth features...
Published 01/27/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to debate whether West Ham could sneak into Europe as the Premier League's dark horses. They look back on the win over West Brom and assess the individual performances on show. And of course they take a look at the transfer window. Should West Ham hold off from splashing the cash whilst the team is doing so well? Or is investment in the team still needed this month? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 01/20/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to reflect on the Hammer's progress in the FA Cup after a tricky tie at Stockport. They discuss the fallout from the sale of Sebastien Haller. Were the club right to let him leave now? Who was to blame for his failure at the club? And will they be able to find his replacement before the window closes. Sam and Roshane then go on to list the strikers they'd like to see arrive at the club this month. There's also more appreciation for the...
Published 01/12/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to reflect on a positive Christmas period for the Hammers. Roshane might be getting a little giddy when he suggests the club are now in the title race, but could he be on to something? They also debate whether Craig Dawson has established himself as the first choice centre half, and whether the club should have made a move to bring back Arnautovic.  Roshane also has the low-down on January transfer targets and academy striker Mipo Odubeko, who...
Published 01/05/21
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to discuss their hopes and dreams for the Hammers in 2021. They also look back on the defeat to Chelsea, and discuss the decision to start Noble over Benrahma. There's yet more praise for Declan Rice. Could Winston Reid still play a role at the club? And they preview the January transfer window. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/22/20
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to discuss West Ham's latest victory, and this time with a back four. They pick apart the win over Leeds, praising the performances of Benrahma and Cresswell. They also reflect on Haller's disappointing display. Was it his worst showing in a West Ham shirt? And should he go out on loan in January? And what would you get David Moyes for Christmas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/15/20
The Athletic's Roshane Thomas joins Sam Delaney to continue his campaign for Benrahma to start for West Ham. They look at the team's problems in front of goal, and shed some light on whether a new forward could join in January. And they debate Michail Antonio's future. Should the club really offer him a new four-year contract? SPECIAL CHRISTMAS OFFER! Right now if YOU subscribe to The Athletic you can give another subscription as a gift for FREE. It’s the perfect present for any football fan...
Published 12/08/20