Tag Archives: Slaven Bilic

Sportsthoughts (144) – The genius of Dimitri Payet

Posted on February 24, 2016 by John S

West Ham have a new hero. A midfielder with such skill – and passion – that he ranks with the greats of our club. I’m talking midfield creatives here, so the World Cup 66 trio aren’t involved. We are talking … Continue reading →

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Sportsthoughts (136) – West Ham’s wacky start to the season

Posted on August 30, 2015 by John S

Just four games in. I’d have been hoping for six points and we’ve got six points. I’d have expected losses away to Arsenal and Liverpool, wins at home to relegation candidates, Leicester and Bournemouth. So we beat Arsenal and Liverpool … Continue reading →

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Sportsthoughts (134) – #SlavenIsAHammer!

Posted on June 9, 2015 by John S

So West Ham have their new manager. It’s Slaven Bilic, who played for the Hammers in the mid-nineties and has had an impressive managerial career so far, notably when managing the Croatian national team – his team. I’m really pleased … Continue reading →

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