West Ham name Scott Parker head coach
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Verified Synthesis~58s readCREDIT: West Ham West Ham United have appointed former captain, Scott Parker. as their new head coach, a day after sacking Nuno Espírito Santo. The former West Ham midfielder returns to the club after spells in charge of Fulham, AFC Bournemouth and Burnley, all of which he guided to promotion from the Championship to the Premier League.
Context & Background
- ✦He made 129 appearances for West Ham between 2007 and 2011, winning the club’s Hammer of the Year award three consecutive times.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Wednesday:The club announced Parker’s appointment in a statement on its website on Wednesday, confirming that the 46-year-old had signed a two-and-a-half-year contract.Wednesday:Parker is expected to take charge of the team for Wednesday evening’s EFL Championship fixture against Cardiff City.2020:Parker achieved promotion with Fulham in 2020, Bournemouth in 2022 and Burnley in 2025.
Outlook & Next Steps
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Key Takeaways
Verified Extract- CREDIT: West Ham West Ham United have appointed former captain, Scott Parker. as their new head coach, a day after sacking Nuno Espírito Santo.
- The former West Ham midfielder returns to the club after spells in charge of Fulham, AFC Bournemouth and Burnley, all of which he guided to promotion from the Championship to the Premier League.
- He made 129 appearances for West Ham between 2007 and 2011, winning the club’s Hammer of the Year award three consecutive times.
Key Facts:Wednesday: The club announced Parker’s appointment in a statement on its website on Wednesday, confirming that the 46-year-old had signed a two-and-a-half-year contract.Wednesday: Parker is expected to take charge of the team for Wednesday evening’s EFL Championship fixture against Cardiff City.2020: Parker achieved promotion with Fulham in 2020, Bournemouth in 2022 and Burnley in 2025.2024: He also won the EFL Championship Manager of the Season award in 2024/25 with Burnley.
Editorial Excerpt
West Ham United have appointed former captain, Scott Parker, as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract, replacing Nuno Espírito Santo.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Story
What is the key takeaway from this report?
CREDIT: West Ham West Ham United have appointed former captain, Scott Parker. as their new head coach, a day after sacking Nuno Espírito Santo.
What additional context is highlighted in this report?
The former West Ham midfielder returns to the club after spells in charge of Fulham, AFC Bournemouth and Burnley, all of which he guided to promotion from the Championship to the Premier League.
What timeline or key figures were confirmed?
The club announced Parker’s appointment in a statement on its website on Wednesday, confirming that the 46-year-old had signed a two-and-a-half-year contract.
