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Cole trolls O’Hara as West Ham stat humiliates red-faced Tottenham

When former West Ham United striker Carlton Cole was asked by ex-Tottenham midfielder Jamie O’Hara what life in the second tier is really like, well…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
Cole trolls O’Hara as West Ham stat humiliates red-faced Tottenham
Key Things to Know
  • Carlton Cole mocked Jamie O'Hara by claiming fighting for wins in the Championship beats struggling in the Premier League.
  • Cole suggested winless Tottenham could benefit from playing in the second tier to rebuild their confidence.
  • West Ham won four consecutive league matches, sitting second in the Championship behind only Swansea City.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former West Ham United striker Carlton Cole mocked former Tottenham midfielder Jamie O'Hara on talkSPORT regarding the contrast in form between their clubs. Cole argued that competing at the top of the Championship is preferable to struggling weekly in the Premier League, joking that winless Tottenham could benefit from experiencing life in the second tier to rebuild confidence.

West Ham, managed by Nuno Espirito Santo, sit near the top of the Championship following four consecutive league victories and a six-goal win against Wrexham. In contrast, Tottenham sit at the bottom of the Premier League table after failing to win their opening five matches.

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