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West Ham tells fans to stop anti-Palestine chant

8/20/2026

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Summary

West Ham Stops

West Ham United told fans to stop singing an offensive chant about Israeli winger Manor Solomon.
The chant was heard during the 2-2 draw at Burnley and contained an anti-Palestine message.
The club said each supporter is an ambassador.
West Ham announced its home game will be against Charlton Athletic at the London Stadium.
The Israeli Hammers supporters group said it supports the club’s stance and rejects hatred toward Palestinians.

Summary

West Ham Draws

West Ham gave up a 2-0 lead and drew 2-2 with Burnley at Turf Moor.
Zian Flemming scored both Burnley goals, the second in injury time.
Solomon netted his debut goal in the 72nd minute, giving West Ham an early lead.
Manager Nuno Espírito Santo said the debut goal will boost Solomon’s confidence.

History

Historical Context

In 2014 the English FA fined Tottenham Hotspur £1.5 million after supporters displayed anti-Jewish banners, invoking a long-standing controversy over the club’s historic Jewish fanbase and the “Yid” chant that has drawn criticism since the 1960s. West Ham United has now asked fans to stop a chant targeting Israeli winger Manor Solomon, echoing the FA’s earlier anti-discrimination enforcement.

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West Ham Stops

West Ham United told fans to stop singing an offensive chant about Israeli winger Manor Solomon.
The chant was heard during the 2-2 draw at Burnley and contained an anti-Palestine message.
The club said each supporter is an ambassador.
West Ham announced its home game will be against Charlton Athletic at the London Stadium.
The Israeli Hammers supporters group said it supports the club’s stance and rejects hatred toward Palestinians.

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