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Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham fans face disappointing starts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:03 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham fans face disappointing starts
Summary

In the opening weekend of the Premier League, Manchester United lost 2-0 to Hull City, continuing a trend of underperformance since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement. Tottenham also struggled, suffering a 3-0 defeat to Brentford despite significant summer signings. Meanwhile, West Ham, newly relegated to the Championship, has garnered only one point from their first two matches, raising concerns among fans. Pre-season optimism has quickly shifted to frustration for supporters of these clubs.

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By the Numbers
  • •Manchester United lost 2-0 to Hull City in their season opener.
  • •Tottenham fell 3-0 to Brentford, marking a disappointing start.
  • •West Ham managed just one point from two Championship matches.
  • •Fans express frustration after substantial summer transfer spending.
  • •Supporters cite repeated false dawns in recent seasons.
Latest Updates
  • 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — Pre-season optimism quickly fades for some fans
  • 8:03 PMBBC Football — Pre-season optimism quickly fades for some fans
What they're saying
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Pre-season optimism is already fading for Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham and Rangers fans.

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Pre-season optimism is already fading for Manchester United, Tottenham, West Ham and Rangers fans.

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