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Jarrod Bowen to remain West Ham captain for Championship season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 10:51 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Jarrod Bowen to remain West Ham captain for Championship season

Summary

Jarrod Bowen will continue as captain of West Ham United for the upcoming Championship season. The 29-year-old England international played a significant role in the team's relegation from the Premier League, which has raised questions about his future. Bowen, who joined the club in 2020, has made over 280 appearances and scored 85 goals. He has captained the Hammers since 2024 after Kurt Zouma's departure and has 22 national team caps, missing out on selection for the World Cup this summer.

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By the Numbers

•Bowen remains captain after West Ham's relegation.
•He joined West Ham from Hull City in 2020.
•Bowen has scored 85 goals in 280 matches.
•He has led the team since Kurt Zouma's exit in 2024.
•Bowen missed selection for the World Cup this summer.

Latest Updates

11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Jarrod Bowen confirms he will stay at West Ham
10:51 AMYahoo Sports — West Ham captain Bowen to stay at club
10:51 AMBBC Sport — West Ham captain Bowen to stay at club

What they're saying

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Jack Buchanan, Chief EFL EditorWest Ham United captain Jarrod Bowen has this afternoon confirmed that he will remain with the club for this upcoming season, following their relegation from the Premier...
— Yahoo Sports