West Ham United

Graham Potter has urged his players to build on their impressive Premier League triumph at Nottingham Forest last time out when they host Tottenham Hotspur in an enticing London derby this Saturday tea-time.

The Hammers emphatically bounced back from a tricky start to 2025/26 by firing three goals past a helpless Forest side in the final six minutes at the City Ground, with Jarrod Bowen, Lucas Paquetá and Callum Wilson strikes sparking wild celebrations in the away end.

Such a performance and result marked the perfect way to sign off for the first international break of the campaign, with ten members of the first-team squad leaving to join up with their countries brimming with positivity.

There has been a balanced sense of excitement and determination at Rush Green over the last fortnight, with Potter and the members of the squad who remained in the English capital eager to really kick on as the season gets into full swing, and start to climb up the Premier League table.

Next up, the Irons welcome Thomas Frank’s Spurs to London Stadium for their second home derby in a row, and both sides will be desperate to end a run of three successive 1-1 draws in this fixture by claiming the full share of the spoils.

Having gone in a new direction under former Brentford boss Frank, following their UEFA Europa League title-winning exploits under Ange Postecoglou last term, Tottenham raced out of the blocks in August, notching five unanswered goals to see off Burnley and Manchester City, before they were narrowly beaten 1-0 by AFC Bournemouth late last month.

As both teams gear up for what promises to be a thrilling encounter, West Ham Head Coach Potter sat down with the gathered press for his pre-match press conference on Thursday, during which he was asked about recent transfer business, individual members of his squad and Saturday’s opponents.

Below are the main talking points…

Transfer business

As you can imagine, you have to be on your toes during the transfer window. An opportunity came up for Nayef [Aguerd] to leave, which was good for both him and us.

That then opened up an opportunity for Igor [Julio] to come in. He’s trained really well and fitted well into the group so far. He’s a really positive character, and I think he adds good balance and competition to the back line, because he can cover centre-back and full-back.

Łukasz [Fabiański] has come in, and again it was after an opportunity came up for Wes [Foderingham], which he felt was the right thing for him. That meant we were looking for someone to support the goalkeepers, like we’ve had, and Łukasz was the perfect candidate.

When you know Łukasz as well as we do, and who he is - as a footballer and as a person - it was an obvious choice for us. He certainly brings a lot of character, personality and high standards to the group, and I think that applies both on and off the pitch. He’s not at the start of his career, but there’s still life there yet, and I think his role here now can add another dimension to his development.

Back after the break

About half of the team went away, so we were left with a decent number. We’ve trained well and used the time well, and then it’s been nice to see the other players again as they’ve come back in.

As always, we kept up with the action we could, and watched the highlights and different things. Niclas [Füllkrug] is the only one who has picked up a slight issue, so things are good in that respect.

So far we’ve prepared as well as we can for the weekend, as some of the players continue to recover from their games and travel, but by Saturday, we’ll be ready for sure.

Looking to build on Forest feel-good factor

There were lots of things that contributed to the result at Forest. Mateus Fernandes came into the team just after we’d signed him, and he gave us an extra dimension, as did Crysencio Summerville, who did really well after coming off the bench.

Playing against a team in a different moment can also help, but there was a determination from the players that was born from the frustration, disappointment and anger after the first two games.

We knew we needed to do something about that, and that’s why after the match I said I was delighted for them. We had had to suffer, which isn’t pleasant, but the players did it together, and they did it well.

After a victory like that, you almost want to play again rather than go into an international break, but we’ve just had to use the time as well as possible and we’re all excited to get out there again.

Wilson and Summerville looking to go again

Callum’s [Wilson] been great, as we expected. He’s a fantastic professional, and a brilliant person to have around at the training ground.

We’re still building him up, because he arrived late and missed most of pre-season, but I thought the impact he made at Forest was fantastic. We’re delighted with him, but at the same time we understand what we’ve got to do to carry on helping him.

In terms of whether he’s ready to start, it’s important we do the right thing for him and the team. I think he’s the type of professional that can make a big impact, regardless of whether he starts or finishes.

The Forest game was the first time that we had Cry [Summerville] available since our first game in charge, ironically, so it was great to have him back. He gives us another dimension, and it’s good because he’s worked so hard to get back.

It’s been a long road for him, with a couple of setbacks, so credit to him for keeping going and showing great mental strength. We just need to help him enjoy his football, because if he does that, he’s going to be a big help for us.

Captain fantastic

I think Jarrod’s [Bowen] record (nine goal contributions in his last nine Premier League appearances) speaks for itself. He’s a goal threat.

His finish at Forest was at a very, very high level, with the way he took it early and showed incredible movement. He is a killer around the box.

He’s a great captain for us. He’s a great leader, and he speaks really well in small groups as well as to the wider team. He’s been a joy to work with, and I think everyone knows how important he is for us.

With those goals and those assists, there’s not too much else to say. It’s a great record.

Ready for Tottenham test

I think the motivation is clear for us. We know how important this game is for the Club and the fans, so we’re going to go out there and do the best we can to win.

There isn’t a big sample to look at from the season so far. We’ve played three Premier League games, and in this league you know that every match is going to be a challenge.

I’ve played against Thomas’ [Frank] teams a lot over the years, and there’ll be some things there like there was previously. He’s a very well-respected coach, and it’s going to be a tough game, but it’s one we’re looking forward to.

We want to carry on the feeling of positivity we had after Forest, do our best, and try to come away with all three points.

As West Ham United captain, a Hammer of nearly six years, husband to a West Ham-supporting wife and son-in-law to an Irons-mad father-in-law, Jarrod Bowen knows just how important our Premier League derby with Tottenham Hotspur is to every member of the Claret and Blue Army.

Whether it be for Bowen himself, wife Dani, father-in-law Danny Dyer or the millions of supporters around the world, every West Ham supporter wants to get the better of their local rivals at London Stadium this weekend.

A limited number of tickets remain available for the Saturday’s game HERE, and you can be there alongside Bowen and his family as the Hammers seek bragging rights and back-to-back Premier League wins following the outstanding 3-0 victory at Nottingham Forest last time out.

Bowen was unstoppable at the City Ground, scoring a superb goal to continue his outstanding recent form - seven goals and four assists in his previous 12 appearances - and setting him up perfectly for England duty.

While the 28-year-old’s immediate priority is helping the Three Lions to a vital 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying victory in Serbia on Tuesday evening, he will then return to the Club he loves and lead the Hammers into their derby showdown with their London adversaries.

“I think for us now it's important that we got the win going into the international break,” he confirmed. “The manager has got a bit of time now before the next game, a big rival game as well. We've got Tottenham at 5.30 on a Saturday, so it's a great game for us, a great opportunity and we're feeling a better place now than what we did [before Nottingham Forest].

“It was massively important for us [to win at Forest so convincingly]. First two games, losing the way that we did at the position that was in, bottom of the league, conceded eight goals in two games. But to go to Nottingham Forest, win 3-0, and on another day could have scored even more, was a victory that before any international break it's a nice one to get.

“When you lose the first two and you have one more before internationals, you don't want to lose that third game to go to Nottingham Forest and win the way that we did gave everyone a real shot of confidence going into the break.”

Full of confidence personally and with confidence rising at West Ham collectively, Bowen is currently on international duty with England, having been recalled to the squad by Thomas Tuchel after the manager opted to look at other options in June.

After being rested for Friday’s win over Andorra at Villa Park, the versatile, in-form forward could be called upon for Tuesday’s showdown with Serbia in Belgrade. As he is ahead of Saturday’s derby at London Stadium, Bowen is relishing his opportunity to show the country what he can do in a Three Lions shirt.

“Attacking is probably the best options England’s had for a few years now,” he observed. “I've been in and out of squads for a couple of years, and always had that competition for places, and I think it's really good. I think it really brings the best out of you.

“I think for me it's a really big year. I've got a really big year at club level, and then also international level as well. You know there's a World Cup around the corner. So, I think for me, being back in the squad is just trying to show what I do at West Ham, week in, week out. I think that's all that I can do.

“I think even when I was out of the squad last time I felt like I was in a good place at club level and sometimes you don't get selected in the squad, and that's what you have to face. I was disappointed, but ultimately I couldn't change what happened.

“All I could do was have a good pre-season, try and come back in a really good place, and then work to be back into the first squad, which I've managed to do. Now, it's for me to take my opportunities if they come about here, and once this is done go back to my Club and keep doing the same things and almost kind of repeat that process and just trust in my own abilities.”

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West Ham had to weather an early storm from the hosts, as after just two minutes, Shelina Zadorsky was on hand to turn Jessica Naz’s left-wing cross behind for a corner. The Canada international then got her head to the resulting set piece to clear away the danger.

Spurs’ bright start continued in the opening ten minutes, but the best chance they yielded saw Olivia Holdt send a harmless shot wide of Szemik’s goal.

After a few bright signs on the counter attack, the Hammers crafted their first clear-cut opportunity of the half just before the 20-minute mark. An audacious flick from Asseyi started the move, sending Verena Hanshaw clear down the left. The full-back crossed to find Piubel, but she fired a first-time effort over the bar.

That only gave the east Londoners confidence. From the following goal kick, Riko Ueki chased down Naz and won the ball back outside the area before striking off target. Then, last season’s Hammer of the Year, Asseyi, curled a shot just over the bar after cutting in intelligently from the left.

The France international was soon involved again, this time whipping in a dangerous corner that nobody in Claret and Blue could force home, with Oona Siren, Katrina Gorry and Shekiera Martinez all having stabs inside the box.

There were then opportunities for both sides at the end of the first half. A lay-off from Spurs captain England resulted in Naz clearing the crossbar from the edge of the box before Asseyi tried another right-footed curling effort from the left corner of the box, but again came whiskers away from finding the top corner.

Having finished the first period brightly, the Irons came out quickly in the second and should have opened the scoring when Asseyi’s cross to the back post found an unmarked Piubel, but the No77 couldn’t direct her strike on target.

Not long after, Szemik was called into action, tipping away Holdt’s dipping cross. But in doing so, our No1 collided with the post and couldn’t continue, and was replaced by Walsh.

Skinner then also sent on Ffion Morgan, who replaced Piubel, for her competitive debut in Claret and Blue.

The Wales international had an immediate impact, bursting down the right, but her low cross was unable to find Asseyi in the middle.

Skinner’s side kept building. After some quick passing around the edge of Spurs’ box, Hanshaw fizzed in a low cross that Tōko Koga intercepted before it rolled to Martinez.

But up the other end, with six minutes of normal time to play, referee Phoebe Cross awarded the home side a penalty when Gorry was adjudged to have fouled Eveliina Summanen inside the box. Spurs skipper England stepped up and, despite Walsh going the right way, slotted the ball home into the bottom-right corner.

The visitors were unable to conjure up a clear-cut opportunity in eight minutes of added time at the end of the second half, meaning England’s penalty was the difference between the two teams at full-time in east London.

Tottenham Hotspur: Kop, Nildén, Naz (Gunning-Williams 78), England © (Grant 98), Holdt (Graham 66), Rybrink, Hunt, Spence (Ahtinen 78), Summanen, Dennis (Tandberg 66), Koga

Subs not used: Heeps (GK), Jackson (GK), Oroz

Goal: England 86

Booked: Tandberg, Graham

West Ham United: Szemik (Walsh 56), Denton, Zadorsky, Nyström, Hanshaw, Gorry ©, Siren, Piubel (Morgan 63), Asseyi, Martinez (Paví 81), Ueki

Subs not used: Tysiak, Belloumou, Brasero, Wandeler, Houssein, Cemal

Referee: Phoebe Cross

Skinner: It's disappointing that we haven't got points based on the way we played

West Ham United manager Rehanne Skinner felt her side’s performance against Tottenham Hotspur warranted a positive result in their opening game of the Barclays Women’s Super League season.

The Hammers created some good openings at BetWright Stadium on Sunday afternoon and could have broken the deadlock. The best chance in the first half saw Spurs scramble a corner away after a melee in the box before Seraina Piubel failed to convert Viviane Asseyi’s cross from close range at the start of the second.

However, it was an 86th-minute penalty from Bethany England, Spurs’ first shot on target, that won the contest for the hosts after Katrina Gorry brought down Eveliina Summanen in the area.

The Irons boss was pleased with how her defence shut out their opponents for the majority of the contest and the way they created a number of opportunities in the final third - and hailed the support of the travelling Claret and Blue faithful, who sold out the away end.

I think we've created some fantastic chances today.

Obviously, we're bitterly disappointed to lose the game in the manner that we've lost it, when the only chance that they've had on target is from the penalty spot. That’s difficult because for us, we did create chances, and we've got to put those away. I think our best one was straight after half-time. It's a huge chance for us.

I think overall, we fought really hard, and we worked really well. I think our final ball into the final third in the first half maybe wasn't as good as what we're capable of, so that's definitely something we want to get right for the next game. It’s hugely disappointing that we haven't got points out of the game based on the way that we've played.

We limited them to few chances.

[They] didn't really break our back line. The threat in and around the (our) goal was minimal, to be honest. And so when those are the situations within the game, you're obviously really, really disappointed to then not come out of it with something, at least a point.

It would have been a really important point for us on the road as well to start the season. But look, I think based on the positives, our defensive shape and the work-rate from everybody, us getting into the final third was really positive. It's just those finishing touches.

So in terms of a progression from start to finish, I think we got better, but we just obviously want to make sure that we convert that into points.

The fans were fantastic.

We're delighted to play in front of our fans. They were unbelievable for us last year. At home, I think we were a real force to be reckoned with last year. Players take pride in that, and they want to maintain that.

It’s another London derby. I think that's going to be important, just the way that the players go about all of those games. The fans were fantastic today, and we obviously want to put on a good show for them on Friday.

Zadorsky: There's plenty of positives despite defeat

West Ham United vice-captain Shelina Zadorsky has pointed out the positives to take despite defeat to Tottenham Hotspur at BetWright Stadium on Sunday.

It was a narrow loss in east London, with the two sides only separated by a late second-half penalty, which saw Spurs captain Bethany England fire home from the spot in the 86th minute after Eveliina Summanen was brought down by Hammers skipper Katrina Gorry.

The Irons looked strong going forward, with reigning Hammer of the Year Viviane Asseyi, Seraina Piubel and new signing Ffion Morgan in particular showing flashes, but they were unable to breach the Tottenham defence.

Speaking to West Ham TV at full-time, Zadorsky said: “It's a tough one to take because I think we did so much good work in pre-season.

“There were good things today, but I think we had the goal-scoring opportunities to put the game away. As a team, we need to be better there.

“Obviously, a penalty is a tough one to go down on. We've got a game again on Friday, so we've got to learn quickly and bounce back, and we'll be ready.

“Personally, with the feeling on the pitch, I think definitely we started the second half bright too with a key chance. I thought we played some good football at times, switching the ball and finding gaps.

“They (Tottenham Hotspur) are a good team, so of course there were challenges, but I think we deserved more.

“I'm obviously a little frustrated at the moment, but when I look back, we will see how well, particularly the back line, communicated and solved problems together. I'm really happy with that.

“It's the small details in these games. So I think if we continue building on this, moving the ball forward, I think our attack will get better and better.

“I really wanted a clean sheet, but it's a learning experience, and we'll bounce back.

“It (Friday) will be a cracking atmosphere and a cracking game. It’s another London derby game, and I can't wait.”

West Ham United women’s team fell to a narrow opening-day defeat at Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday afternoon, as a late Bethany England penalty gave the hosts a 1-0 win at BetWright Stadium.

Rehanne Skinner’s side limited their opponents to few chances before the deadlock was broken on 86 minutes, with Spurs not registering a shot on target until their captain scored from the spot, up against Megan Walsh, who replaced the injured Kinga Szemik in the West Ham goal in the second half.

An overall positive display from the Hammers saw their best chance fall to Seraina Piubel, but the Switzerland international was unable to convert Viviane Asseyi’s cross right at the start of the second half.

Click the picture above to view a gallery of the best images of the season opener.

Report & Reaction | Hammers fall to narrow opening-day defeat at Spurs

Report & Reaction | Hammers fall to narrow opening-day defeat at Spurs

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Starting XI | Skinner names side for Spurs derby

Starting XI | Skinner names side for Spurs derby

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Barclays Women's Super League, BetWright Stadium, Leyton, Sunday 7 September 2025, 12noon BST

West Ham United women’s team’s 2025/26 Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) season begins on Sunday - and we have a London derby awaiting us to bring the curtain up on the new campaign.

Rehanne Skinner’s side will travel to Tottenham Hotspur - who they defeated twice last season in the Subway® Women’s League Cup and WSL - in front of the Sky Sports cameras, in what is set to be a mouth-watering opening-day clash.

The Hammers will look to make a fast start to the campaign in front of a sold-out away end, and four of our new signings could make their competitive debuts in Claret and Blue at BetWright Stadium in Sarah Brasero, Ffion Morgan, Yu Endo and Leila Wandeler. Furthermore, Brasero, Endo and Wandeler could play their first minutes in England’s top-flight against the Lilywhites.

As well as a host of new signings, the east Londoners head into the clash buoyed by a positive pre-season, which included victories over Sparta Prague in the Czech capital and fellow WSL outfit Liverpool, as well as a resolute display against UEFA Women's Champions League holders Arsenal.

So, with the big kick-off approaching, here’s everything you need to know about our clash with Spurs.

Tickets...

Tickets for our opening-day match with Spurs have sold out!

All tickets purchased will have been issued in a digital format via a download link.

How To Follow...

Our game with Tottenham Hotspur will be broadcast live on Sky Sports + for viewers inside the United Kingdom, with coverage starting from 11.55am BST.

Alternatively, you can keep up to date with the game via our Live Blog on whufc.com and by following our social media channels.

We’ll also have a report, reaction and highlights up on the website after the full-time whistle.

Travel...

BetWright Stadium, also known as Brisbane Road, is a ten-minute walk from Leyton Underground Station, which is situated on the Central line. It is just one stop from Stratford, which has connections to the Jubilee line, TFL Rail, Docklands Light Railway, London Overground and various National Rail Services.

Leyton is an eleven-minute journey by Tube from London Liverpool Street and is also easily accessible from other London mainline stations such as Kings Cross St Pancras, Euston, Waterloo, Victoria and Paddington.

Please note, Tube strikes are planned from midnight on the morning of Sunday 7 September. There will be disruption across the entire Tube network, with limited services running. Click HERE to visit Transport for London’s Journey Planner to up-to-the-minute travel news.

Walking to the ground will take less than ten minutes. Upon exiting the station, turn right and follow Leyton High Road for approximately 450 metres until Coronation Gardens is on your left. Turn down Buckingham Road after the park and the ground will be in front of you.

If using the London Overground, Leyton Midland Road is approximately a 15-minute walk from the stadium. From Leyton Midland Road, turn left towards Leyton and continue down the High Road past Leyton County Cricket Ground until you reach Osborne Road. Turn down Osborne Road and the East Stand is in front of you.

For those travelling by car, please use the postcode E10 5NF. Please note there is no public parking available at the stadium. Being located in a highly residential area, there is also extremely limited parking in the immediate area around the stadium. Many surrounding roads are for permit holders only and there are limited parking options elsewhere. If you do intend to drive to the match, please take care to avoid penalty fines when parking by reading signage.

Opposition...

The 2025/26 season presents a new dawn for Tottenham Hotspur, who head into the campaign under the stewardship of new head coach Martin Ho.

The 35-year-old was appointed in July, succeeding Robert Vilahamn, who departed after two seasons in charge at Tottenham, following a tenth-place finish last term.

Despite their position in the table, Spurs always looked comfortable of survival, finishing ten points clear of bottom side Crystal Palace and only five points off sixth place. But it was arguably their form in the second half of the season that saw Vilahamn relieved of his duties, as the Lilywhites were winless in their last eleven games in all competitions, with their last victory coming in January.

Former Everton and Manchester United assistant Ho spent the past two seasons at SK Brann in Norway’s top-flight, helping the Bergen club become the first-ever Norwegian team to reach the group stage of the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

He will be hoping his Spurs side, who defeated north London rivals Arsenal in a pre-season friendly, can right the wrongs of the second half of last season with a fast start at home.

While there has been movement in the dugout, only two signings were made by Tottenham before Wednesday's deadline, which came in the form of defender Tōko Koga from Feyenoord and forward Cathinka Tandberg from Hammarby.

The latter, a Norway international, was signed on deadline day, whilst Hungary international midfielder Anna Csiki left Spurs to join the Hammers on loan for the 2025/26 season.

Goalkeeper Becky Spencer joined Chelsea on a permanent deal having spent the second half of last season on loan at the Blues, while Rosella Ayane left Tottenham after six years, during which she made 109 appearances. Meanwhile, Australia international Hayley Raso completed a move to Frauen-Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt.

Previous Meetings...

It was a memorable night at Brisbane Road in the Subway® Women's League Cup last season for the Hammers, as they came from a goal down to run away 2-1 winners to reach the semi-finals of the competition. Seraina Piubel and Kirsty Smith came up with the goods on a cold January evening in east London.

Skinner’s side followed up the cup success with a convincing 2-0 victory at Chigwell Construction Stadium when the two teams met in the WSL in March - with a Josefine Rybrink own-goal and a late Viviane Asseyi free-kick securing the three points.

Conversely, Tottenham have lost just one of their six WSL home games against the Hammers.

The two teams have met 12 times in the WSL. The Lilywhites have won half of the match-ups, while the Irons have come out victorious on three occasions.

Taking a look back at a classic West Ham United moment on this day in history...

West Ham United won promotion back to the top flight for the 1981/82 season and kept up the momentum with a thumping 4-0 victory at Tottenham Hotspur on this day 44 years ago.

All four goals were scored by David Cross, who just could not be handled by the home defence.

Cross would go on to notch 16 league goals that term, as West Ham returned to Division One football with a ninth-place finish.

Watch all four of Cross' White Hart Lane goals in the video player above!

We kick-off our home fixtures for 2025/26 with a hat-trick of Premier League London derbies – and you can be there with tickets on sale for Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace now!

We take on three of our capital rivals in an exciting start to the new campaign, with Chelsea first up on Friday 22 August.

You won’t want to miss this night under the London Stadium lights, with our last remaining tickets for the 8pm BST kick-off on General Sale.

Click here or call 0333 030 1966 to purchase now, with prices starting at £50 Adults and £37.50 Concessions.

Following that, our second home fixture of the season sees Tottenham Hotspur make the short journey east to London Stadium on Saturday 13 September.

This match kicks-off at 5.30pm BST as Graham Potter’s men go for the derby bragging rights.

Prices also start at £50 Adults and £37.50 Concessions and you can purchase now by clicking here.

These tickets are on General Sale, but hurry to avoid disappointment.

Then, completing the early campaign derby treble, we host Crystal Palace on Saturday 20 September for a 3pm BST kick-off.

Tickets for this one are on sale to Claret Members and Bondholders now – with members able to claim their exclusive £5 discount on tickets if they purchase by 11am on Wednesday.

Season Ticket Holders will then be able to purchase additional tickets, before General Sale begins at 3pm on Wednesday.

With tickets available from just £30 Adults and £21 Concessions during the Claret Members’ Discount Window, you can secure your seats by clicking here or calling 0333 030 1966.

Sunday 7 September - Tottenham Hotspur (A)

The opening weekend of the Barclays Women’s Super League season is an obvious date for your diary, and it will see West Ham United women’s team kick-off their campaign with a London derby away at Tottenham Hotspur, which will be shown live on Sky Sports.

Rehanne Skinner will take her Hammers to her former side, who finished second from bottom in 2024/25, hoping to replicate their success at Brisbane Road last term in the Subway® Women’s League Cup, which saw the Irons, on a cold January evening, clinch a memorable 2-1 success to progress to the semi-finals of the competition.

When the two teams met in the WSL last season, Spurs snatched a late home win in November before the Irons ran out 2-0 victors at Chigwell Construction Stadium in March, after a Josefine Rybrink own-goal and a late Viviane Asseyi free-kick.

The Hammers, who are set to host the Lilywhites on Sunday 1 February 2026, last tasted success away at Tottenham in the WSL in December 2022 courtesy of a 2-0 win, following goals from Dagný Brynjarsdóttir and Hawa Cissoko.

The fixture is set to be Martin Ho’s first competitive match in charge of Spurs after the departure of Robert Vilahamn in June

Sunday 14 September - Arsenal (H)

Skinner’s side won’t have to wait long for the next London derby after their trip to Spurs, as the first game of the season at Chigwell Construction Stadium is a clash against Arsenal.

The women’s team got so much joy out of playing in Dagenham last term, chalking up the most home WSL points and wins in a single season in the Club’s history - recording victories against Leicester City, Crystal Palace, Everton, Tottenham and Brighton & Hove Albion, as well as holding Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United to draws.

And, while it didn’t come in 2024/25, the Hammers have fond memories of playing against the Gunners in east London, as, in February 2024, we beat them in the WSL for the first time. Second-half goals from Asseyi and Cissoko saw Skinner’s side complete a dramatic turnaround, and they’ll be aiming to replicate that performance in September.

The Hammers will be keen to make a fast start at home and will be relishing the opportunity to play in front of the Claret and Blue faithful once again.

The Gunners, reigning UEFA Women’s Champions League holders, finished second last season, 12 points behind champions Chelsea.

Saturday 13 December - Liverpool (H)

There will be festive cheer in the air when Liverpool make the trip to east London for the Hammers’ final WSL match before the Christmas break in December.

Conversely, the Reds were the first team to visit east London last term, as a late Riko Ueki header rescued the Irons’ maiden point of 2024/25, cancelling out Olivia Smith’s seventh-minute opener.

West Ham went on to face Liverpool a further two times last season, but fell short in defeats in both the league and the Women’s FA Cup.

Skinner’s side will seek revenge for those two defeats as they bid to send the Claret and Blue faithful home happy for Christmas!

Sunday 11 January - Chelsea (A)

West Ham’s first game after the Christmas break will see them travel to the reigning champions, meaning the Hammers are set to face Chelsea in their first game back after the turn of the year for the third successive season.

Skinner’s side are the only WSL team to have a happy memory of going away to Chelsea last term, as a Shekiera Martinez brace helped the Hammers come from two goals down to salvage a late draw in March, in what was the manager’s 50th match in charge of the Club.

The Blues, meanwhile, will be striving for their seventh successive WSL title, after also clinching the Adobe Women’s FA Cup and Women’s League Cup in Sonia Bompastor’s first season in charge.

Sunday 15 February - Everton (A)

The first trip to Merseyside for the Irons next season is set to come in February, against Everton, with a key difference from previous campaigns being the game will take place at Goodison Park.

In May, the Toffees announced the historic stadium would become the permanent home of their women’s team following their men’s side’s departure to their new ground, Hill Dickinson Stadium, on Bramley-Moore Dock.

Everton’s women’s team previously played their fixtures at Walton Hall Park but have occasionally hosted games at Goodison Park - mostly derbies against local rivals Liverpool.

The Hammers will look to make their trip to Goodison Park a memorable one and produce a similar result and performance to their 2-0 success at home against the Toffees last season, in which goals from Martinez and Asseyi continued Skinner’s side’s tremendous endeavours in Dagenham.

Sunday 17 May - Manchester City (H)

It feels a long way away at the time of writing, but - for the first time in three years - West Ham will bring the curtain down on their WSL season at home.

The opponents in May will be Manchester City, who will be hoping for better fortunes next term following the appointment of Swedish coach Andrée Jeglertz after missing out on Women's Champions League football last season.

Skinner’s side held the Citizens, then managed by Gareth Taylor, to a 1-1 draw when the two teams met at Chigwell Construction Stadium in March. The Hammers, a goal down after Bunny Shaw’s opener, left it late, but struck in the 91st minute through Manuela Paví.

West Ham fans will get to cheer off their team ahead of the summer break after what has hopefully been another positive campaign in east London.