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Millwall will meet West Ham at The Den in a Championship game this weekend. Former hooligan Cass Pennant, in his new book, argues that away fans should be barred after a history of violence that includes a 2009 stabbing and a 1976 fatality.
For the Millwall vs West Ham Championship match at The Den on 19 September, the Metropolitan Police will have 400 officers on the ground, grant stop‑search powers without reasonable suspicion until 8 pm, and enforce a Section 35 dispersal order to curb disorder.
The Mayor of London has been urged to secure naming rights for the London Stadium, which costs taxpayers nearly £20 million annually. West Ham's relegation is expected to add £1.8 million to this cost.
West Ham United have signed Arne Engels from Celtic for £22 million, setting a new EFL Championship transfer record. The club confirmed the fee exceeds the previous £17.5 million paid by Ipswich Town last year. Engels will debut in the home derby on 22 August as West Ham aim for an immediate Premier League return.
West Ham co-owner David Sullivan attended the club’s Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth on 27 August, ignoring advice from London Stadium to stay away. The stadium cited safeguarding concerns and the risk of fan demonstrations after allegations of sexual misconduct by seven women were published in June.
West Ham United have reached an agreement to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships at London Stadium, securing London’s bid backed by the UK government and Mayor Sadiq Khan. The club says the deal protects its supporters, with any fixture changes confirmed only after its 2029-30 competition status is known.
London Stadium has submitted plans to Newham Council to reduce sports events from 87 to 70 per year and increase concert days from 10 to 24. The move aims to address a £19 million annual operating loss, exacerbated by West Ham United’s reduced rent following relegation.
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