West Ham United Women Football Club is an English women’s football club affiliated with West Ham United. In 1991, Roger Morgan, the Football in the Community officer at West Ham United, floated the idea of forming a women’s section of the club. The first friendly match was held on 29th March, 1992, after several efforts; however, the match resulted in a defeat against Barnet Ladies. In 2018, it was announced that West Ham United Ladies had gained promotion to the WSL. Following that, they changed their name to West Ham United women’s team in July 2018.
Founded: 1991
First Manager: Matt Beard
*As per information available from the club’s modern era
Nickname: The Irons
Current Manager: Rita Guarino
Trophies:
League –
South East Champions London Cup
Champions: 2004–05
Greater London Regional Premier League
Champions: 2000–01, 2001–02
Greater London Regional League
Play-off winners: 11–12
Women’s FA Cup
Runners-up: 2018–19
FA Women’s Premier League Plate
Winners: 2017–18
Isthmian League Women’s Cup
Winners: 2017–18
Essex FA County League
Winners: 2008–09, 2010–11
Debut in the WSL: 2018
Home Ground: The Chigwell Construction Stadium
Latest WSL Standing (25-26): 10th of 12
Stars of the Club:
Viviane Asseyi – The French International made 100 appearances for the club in 2026, winning the club’s Hammer of the Year accolade for her goal scoring performances
Kirstie Mewis – The experienced USWNT international midfielder joined the Hammers in 2024, bringing international experience to the squad
Alisha Lehmann – Joined the club ahead of their inaugural season and scored key goals to help lead the Hammers to the 2019 Women’s FA Cup final
Adriana Leon – The Canadian Olympic gold medalist was a vital presence and fan favourite during her time with the club
