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West Ham name Scott Parker head coach

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. Read More: https://punchng.com/west-ham-name-scott-parker-head-coach/

West Ham name Scott Parker head coach

West Ham United have appointed Scott Parker as their new head coach, following the sacking of Nuno Espírito Santo. The 46-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract and is expected to lead the team in an upcoming match against Cardiff City. Parker previously played for West Ham between 2007 and 2011, earning three Hammer of the Year awards.

He also returned to the club after managing Fulham, Bournemouth, and Burnley, all of which he took to promotion from the Championship to the Premier League. Parker expressed excitement about the opportunity to lead West Ham back to the Premier League.

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