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Joined November 2010
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Harry Kane does that in abundance, he fully deserves this, he is an inspiration to young players with his determination, work ethic and attitude. 73 goals is phenomenal. Yes sure there are some other great players around, we know their names. Kane has won this and the vast majority agree. Those putting him down and trying to take the piss out of him need to get off their backsides and put some graft in, because that is exactly why Kane is where he is.
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The single most important thing in football is.....,. Scoring goals. Harry Kane does that in abundance, he fully deserves this, he is an inspiration to young players with his determination, work ethic and attitude. 73 goals is phenomenal. Yes sure there are some other great players around, we know their names. Kane has won this and the vast majority agree. Those putting him down and trying to take the piss out of him need to get off their backsides and put some graft in, because that is exactly why Kane is where he is.
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West Ham Keeper target suggestion: Matěj Kovář would be an excellent transfer target for West Ham United. Following his €5 million transfer to PSV Eindhoven, the 26-year-old Czech international goalkeeper has established himself on the European stage. We need a modern, reliable presence between the posts, Kovář offers a highly compelling skillset: Coming through Manchester United's academy and developing under Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen, Kovář is a prototype modern "sweeper-keeper". He notably bamboozled the Hammers' high press during the 2024 Europa League quarter-finals, showing immense composure under pressure. The "Czech Connection": West Ham has historically found massive success leveraging the Czech market. Kovář is already very familiar with core dressing room figures like Tomáš Souček and Vladimír Coufal from their time together on international duty with Czechia. And of course the iconic Ludo Miklosko. At 26, he is hitting his physical prime but already boasts incredible trophy-winning experiences, having won league and cup titles across Czechia, Germany, and the Netherlands. He has proved himself as an undisputed starter in the UEFA Champions League. Because Kovář spent his developmental years (2018–2023) in Manchester United's academy, he counts as homegrown for Premier League squad registration rules. This is a massive financial and structural asset for any English club Price? Not going to be cheap £18-35 million would be suggested. Mads Hermassen cost was £15-20 million
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Ive got 1/2 good tickets available for tonights game... if anyone is interested, right behind dug out... let me know
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Sad news this morning on hearing former West Ham goalkeeper Ludek Miklosko has lost his brave battle with cancer. An absolute icon for the club, huge character. Ludo played 300 times for the club. We have a very strong connection to the Czech Republic with Ludo, Thomas Repka, Coufal and Soucek showing absolute commitment and loyalty to the club and all were idolised by the fans. And of course the Czech connection further emboldened by majority shareholder Daniel Kretinsky whom I have recently stood up for in his boardroom battle with Staveley and the Americans. This of course is the day to remember Ludo... RIP my friend, you will long be remembered...
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Really Dan, I've called you out so many times on this, and you have the temerity to call me stupid...? Tell me something is she paying you? I say this because she has a history of paying social influencers connected to the media with large sums of money (noted in NUFC accounts for anyone that wants to know). I think it is a question that should be presented to you as you seem to be continually promoting her. I think your followers should know?
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wants the valuation to be £1 billion not 600 million
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Cant blame Sullivan... he wants top dollar, I doubt he will get it in the Championship. I do think we are undervalued and are waiting for someone to capitalise on this. I've checked my bank balance and piggy bank, not quite there yet...
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so I have found the solution to West Hams dilemma of better players with pace and Stamina.. and a bargain averaging out at about a £1 million each... get 6 of these and we can solve our player woes... theguardian.com/sport/2026/a…
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FIFA has to wake up to the sheer thuggery of Argentina and ban them from the World Cup. In some ways I feel sorry for Messi, but the truth be told this behaviour can be tracked back to 1966 and however good Messi is, this is done in the name of the national team he represents. Argentina have become the 'Millwall' of national teams. In Atlanta I witnessed goading, abuse, intimidation and gloating as I (67 years old) and my daughter left the stadium after the defeat, by a large group of their fans whom I believe were not even at the game and had positioned themselves at the exits. Before the game two groups of Argentine Ultras (from separate clubs) had an arranged battle amongst themselves invoking police sirens and American cops to swarm in, I honestly would have supported ICE agents sorting them out. They act entitled both on the pitch and off the pitch. This World Cup will be remembered for their thuggery and not the fantastic carnival created by every other country involved including England. Ban them until they collectively understand respect and sportsmanship. Reply
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Most sane minded members of the public don't care two hoots, honestly how to wreck both your careers/wealth and make lawyers rich, whilst millions are struggling for food and to keep warm... here is the ultimate guide to being total dickheads.
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'opinions' can have serious consequences and accelerate or contribute to loss of life and destroy lives. People have lost all sight of that. Sometimes people should just shut up and keep certain opinions to themselves.
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#AskRishi Why can my neighbour a one man band claim a grant whilst still working and yet we as a london business who employ 20 plus people in the hospitality industry are torpedoed and told we don't qualify for a penny because our RV is 3000 over the threshold you implemented?
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Replying to @StolenRide
@StolenRide Tatoo Bike stolen on the night of 24th of July, in the building even locked. Hackney wick/wick lane.
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Replying to @StolenRide
@StolenRide heartbroken stolen 2 wks ago outside the US embassy London in front of the guards! Rare due to XS frame
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