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Sheffield United’s Championship rivals West Ham confirm Scott Parker as new boss

West Ham have confirmed the replacement for Nuno Espirito Santo…

By Chris Holt · The Star

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 11:24 AM

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West Ham United have appointed former captain Scott Parker as head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal.
Parker replaces Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked following back-to-back defeats in the Championship.
West Ham sit eighth in the Championship table, level on points with rivals Sheffield United.

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West Ham United have officially appointed former club captain Scott Parker as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract. The 46-year-old manager swiftly takes over following the dismissal of Nuno Espirito Santo on Tuesday. Parker is scheduled to take charge immediately for Wednesday night's Championship match against Cardiff City.

The Hammers currently sit eighth in the Championship table, level on points with Sheffield United with a game in hand. Parker, who previously managed Fulham, Bournemouth, Club Brugge, and Burnley, will be supported by first-team coaches Steve Potts, Gerard Prenderville, and Billy Lepine alongside Mark Noble.

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Sheffield United’s Championship rivals West Ham confirm Scott Parker as new boss

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