West Ham Condemns Offensive Chant Against Manor Solomon

West Ham have issued a firm rebuke to a section of their own support after an "offensive and divisive" chant aimed at new signing Manor Solomon was heard during their Championship opener at Burnley.

The club confirmed they are aware of a song, containing what they described as an "anti-Palestine message", sung by some away fans during last Sunday’s 2-2 draw at Turf Moor. The chant referenced Solomon, the Israel international winger who joined this summer from Tottenham.

With their first home league game of the season against Charlton looming, West Ham moved quickly to address the issue, releasing a strongly worded statement reminding supporters of the standards expected in the stands.

The club stressed that "each and every supporter is an ambassador for West Ham United" and underlined the responsibility fans carry when they follow the team, home or away.

"Regardless of their background, every supporter within our diverse fanbase should also be free to enjoy watching their team play football without fear, discrimination or abuse," the statement read. "And we remain committed to ensuring that everyone feels safe, respected and included."

The message was clear: passion is welcome, prejudice is not.

West Ham acknowledged that singing is woven into the fabric of matchday culture, calling it "a traditional and deeply embedded part of the matchday experience". They urged fans to keep that energy pointed in the right direction.

"We encourage our supporters to sing loud and proud about their football club and the players wearing the claret and blue shirt – but never in a way that creates division or causes offence among fellow fans," the club added.

Manor Solomon's Background

Solomon, 27, arrives in east London with a substantial pedigree. Capped 49 times by Israel, he won three league titles in Ukraine with Shakhtar Donetsk before moving to England, where he had loan spells at Fulham and Leeds. He played a part in Leeds’ promotion push, helping them win the Championship in 2024-25.

Now he steps into a new chapter at West Ham, with the club making it plain that while the noise around him can be loud, it must also be respectful.