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‘Sacked tonight’ – West Ham fans say the same thing about Nuno Espirito Santo dismissal

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Sacked Tonight: West Ham Fans Say the Same Thing About Nuno Espírito Santo Dismissal

West Ham United's dismal 2-0 defeat to Wolves has intensified pressure on manager Nuno Espírito Santo, with fans and pundits alike calling for his immediate sacking. The loss, marked by a lackluster performance and defensive errors, has left the Hammers teetering in the lower reaches of the Premier League table, prompting widespread frustration among supporters[1].



Social media erupted post-match, with West Ham fans echoing a singular demand: "Sack him tonight." Comments flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter), highlighting Nuno's inability to implement a cohesive style since his summer appointment. One viral post read, "Nuno out. Worst manager since Allardyce. Sacked tonight!" while others lamented the team's winless streak stretching back six games. Supporters pointed to squandered transfer funds on underperforming signings and a lack of tactical nous as key failures[1].

"West Ham will sack Nuno, Forest will sack Dyche, Nuno will go back to Forest." — Stan Collymore, January 3, 2026[1].

Pundit Stan Collymore fueled the fire with his bold prediction, suggesting Nuno's next destination could be Nottingham Forest amid their own struggles under Sean Dyche. Reports indicate West Ham hierarchy held crisis talks immediately after the final whistle, with a sack verdict reportedly already dropped. Speculation swirls that Nuno, previously successful at Forest, might return there in a dramatic swap, as Forest eyes a managerial change[2].

Fans united in their verdict: Nuno's tenure, plagued by poor results and fan disconnect, must end now. "Same old story—promising start, then collapse. Sacked tonight!" typified the chorus. As pressure mounts ahead of a crucial run of fixtures, West Ham faces a pivotal decision to salvage their season[1][2].

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