The protest march from Stratford Station to the Directors’ Entrance at the London Stadium went off without a hitch yesterday.
Organised by Hammers United with support from Crossed Hammers, the event was a powerful display of unity among West Ham fans. There wasn’t much debate over whether the march was a success — instead, most were simply trying to estimate how many had turned up. It’s hard to say exactly, but there were thousands, all united under one message: David Sullivan and Karren Brady cannot continue to run West Ham United.
The procession was well organised, with Hammers United working alongside the Metropolitan Police and providing stewards to keep everything safe and orderly. The police presence was minimal — and rightly so. The protest was peaceful, passionate, and good-humoured.
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Thousands of West Ham fans march towards the directors entrance of the London Stadium to lay a wreath and hand in a petition
“The West Ham Family” Marches Together
The mood was generally upbeat, even if tinged with sadness. A symbolic coffin and funeral procession highlighted what many fans see as the slow death of our club under the current ownership. Yet, beneath that solemn imagery was a real buzz — a sense that fan pressure is starting to take its toll on the boardroom.
Among the crowd, talk turned to rumours of Brady stepping down, new investors waiting in the wings, and even whispers that Sullivan might sell up and move on to Cardiff City. Many pointed to the example of Birmingham City, where persistent fan protests eventually forced the same ownership group to walk away.
When the march reached the London Stadium after 45 minutes, Paul Colborne and Bill Gardner delivered passionate speeches that drew huge cheers. Gardner even dropped a tantalising hint:
“You might get some news before the New Year that will cheer every one of you up.”
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Hope and Spirit Return to East London
Ultimately, the protest was a huge success — everything that’s great about West Ham fans. Though aimed squarely at the board, the event also celebrated the supporters themselves. For a few hours, the West Ham family came together under bright sunshine, with hope once again creeping back into East London.
The day was made even sweeter by a crucial victory later on — the kind of win that felt impossible just a month ago. Nuno Espirito Santo appears to be instilling real fight into his team, and that same spirit was evident among the fans who marched.
They won’t give up until West Ham is a club run with competence, direction, and ambition — and after yesterday, it’s clear that unity and belief are alive and well in claret and blue