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West Ham Retains Nuno, Cuts Tickets After Relegation

5/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

West Ham United announced it will keep manager Nuno Espírito Santo for the 2026-27 season despite relegation.
The board cited a clear improvement in squad mentality and togetherness since January as justification.
West Ham will cut season-ticket prices by up to 30% after dropping to the Championship.
The club reported a £104.2 million loss last year, expecting about £150 million in player sales to offset a £200 million revenue shortfall.

History

Historical Context

Portsmouth FC’s 2009-10 Premier League season collapsed under a £70-million debt, leading to a February 2010 administration and a nine-point deduction that sealed relegation. HM Revenue & Customs pursued a winding-up petition, while businessman Balram Chainrai took control later that year. The crisis echoed earlier ownership turmoil and set the stage for the supporters’ trust takeover in 2013.

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Story summary

West Ham United announced it will keep manager Nuno Espírito Santo for the 2026-27 season despite relegation.
The board cited a clear improvement in squad mentality and togetherness since January as justification.
West Ham will cut season-ticket prices by up to 30% after dropping to the Championship.
The club reported a £104.2 million loss last year, expecting about £150 million in player sales to offset a £200 million revenue shortfall.

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