Graham Potter not happy sat in West Ham dugout with Wembley in inset
(Credit: Imago)
Mark Smith
Sun 24 August 2025 8:10, UK
Graham Potter may not be the only one in trouble after West Ham United were smashed 5-1 by Chelsea at the London Stadium on Friday evening.
Despite taking the lead early on through Lucas Paqueta’s wonder strike, it all crashed down after that as Enzo Maresca’s men ran riot with ease on 22 August.
Some older fans had seen enough and clashed with security stewards after a child ran onto the field of play after the fifth goal, which could lead to trouble for West Ham.
It wasn’t the only drama on the night, with the Premier League forced to make a statement after Niclas Fullkrug saw a goal disallowed for offside, a decision which took minutes.
West Ham manager Graham Potter anxiously watches on from the dugout
Potter is on really thin ice at West Ham United (Credit: Imago)
This article contains exclusive comments for West Ham Zone from Keith Hackett.
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FA set to investigate West Ham United
Former PGMOL chief and FIFA-listed referee Keith Hackett was not impressed with the scenes on show at the London Stadium, despite the high emotions boiling over.
Hackett insists that the matter will be investigated by The FA, with the next steps to obtain video footage of that area to help reach an official outcome over the matter.
“It is sad for the game when this happens, and the matter will be thoroughly investigated by The FA, who will be calling for all the video footage to carry out their investigation,” he said.
“Remember, it is an offence if you enter the field of play.”
West Ham fans
Photo Credit: Imago
West Ham may not escape punishment at London Stadium
Coincidentally, the East London club were sanctioned by the FA in May after a fixture with Chelsea.
West Ham “failed to ensure” supporters acted in a proper manner
Independent regulatory commission imposed action plan, £120,000 fine and warning
Irons accepted the charge
The FA published its findings on 30 May, after the Hammers lost 2-1 at Stamford Bridge on February 3.
There could be punishment from the FA again following the latest London derby, but the Irons will need to wait for any investigation to finish.
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