London (AFP) - Portuguese Nuno Espírito Santo was dismissed from his position as coach of West Ham after a disappointing start in the English second-tier football league (Championship), according to what the London club reported on Tuesday.

Published on: 03/11/2026 - 10:27 Last updated: 03/11/2026 - 10:55

The 52-year-old coach was supervising the team last season when it was relegated from the English Premier League.

Espírito Santo has previously supervised several teams, most notably Valencia of Spain, his compatriot Porto, and Tottenham of England. He also has experience in the Saudi League with Al-Ittihad.

West Ham was considered, in the eyes of many, the most prominent candidate for direct promotion to the Premier League, but it occupies eighth place, six points behind leaders Middlesbrough.

“West Ham United FC confirms the departure of men’s first team coach, Nuno Espírito Santo, from his position with immediate effect,” the club said in a statement.

He added, "After a comprehensive review of the beginning of the English Premier League season, the Board of Directors believes that change is necessary at this time to ensure the continued achievement of the club's goals and aspirations."

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