West Ham

The Hammers of East London

West Ham United Football Club, founded on June 29, 1895, as Thames Ironworks, has a rich history and passionate fan base.

1. Founding Date and Nickname:
   • Originally known as Thames Ironworks F.C., the club reformed in 1900 as West Ham United.
   • The nickname “The Hammers” officially derives from the club’s badge, featuring two rivet hammers crossed in a distinctive fashion.
2. Stadium:
   • The club plays at the London Stadium in Stratford, East London, since 2016.
   • The stadium, originally built for the 2012 London Olympics, has a capacity of 62,500.
3. Titles and Achievements:
   • Domestically, West Ham has won the FA Cup three times (1964, 1975, and 1980) and been runner-up twice (1923 and 2006).
   • In European competitions, they won the European Cup Winners’ Cup in 1965 and the Europa Conference League in 2023.
4. Player Records:
   • Legendary players like Bobby Moore, Geoff Hurst, and Martin Peters have left an indelible mark.
   • West Ham’s claret and sky blue color scheme has been iconic since the early 1900s.