The 2010–11 season was

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's sixth consecutive season in the

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. After finishing in 17th place in the previous season, the team finished 20th and was relegated to the Football League Championship.

Season summary

The club appointed

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as their new manager on 3 June 2010, following the sacking of

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at the end of a disappointing 2009–10 season. On 15 May 2011, West Ham were relegated to

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after a comeback from

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at the

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. With West Ham leading 2–0 at half-time by two

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goals, Wigan battled back to win 3–2 thanks to an added-time strike from

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. Following the loss, West Ham announced the sacking of manager

just one season into his tenure.

Final League Table

Squad

Out on loan

Results

Pre-season

West Ham scheduled six friendly games away from home, both within the UK as well as two tour matches in Germany and Austria, in preparation for the

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season. They also played host to Spanish

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club

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at the Boleyn Ground.

Premier League

Football League Cup

FA Cup

Statistics

Overview

Goalscorers

League position by matchday

Appearances and goals

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Transfers

Summer

In

Out

Winter

In

Out

References

External links

West Ham United FC Official Website
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West Ham United F.C. seasons West Ham United Fc Season, 2010–11 West Ham United Fc Season, 2010–11