Timelapse footage has been released showing the extraordinary effort involved in digging up the turf and turning the stadium into a site fit for any occasion.

Summer timelapse reveals incredible transformation of the London Stadium

Former Newcastle United, West Ham United and Portsmouth goalkeeper Shaka Hislop holds the Special Merit Award trophy.


The 54-year-old was working for ESPN when he slumped to the ground during a pitchside interview.

Former West Ham keeper 'thankful' as he recovers from on-air collapse

A TV commentator said the former player was 'a embarrassed' and not a man who likes people 'to make a fuss'.

Former West Ham and Newcastle goalkeeper collapses live on TV

Rice, who lifted the Europa Conference League title in what now looks set to be his final West Ham appearance, has been Arsenal’s top target this summer.



The record signing will not only break Arsenal’s own transfer record but see Rice become the most expensive English player in Premier League history.

Declan Rice 'a medical away' from record-breaking Arsenal move after fee agreed

A general view of the London Stadium, home of West Ham United, as the pitch is transformed into a baseball field. Major League Baseball will return to the London Stadium on Saturday, June 24th as St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs face off in a two-game series. Picture date: Thursday June 15, 2023.

The London Stadium is expected to produce fewer carbon emissions and enjoy lower energy bills as a result.

Vast solar membrane to span London's former Olympic stadium and West Ham's home

The force said Italian fans attacked West Ham supporters in a bar in Rytirska Street with three people injured.

Czech police detain 16 people amid clash between Fiorentina and West Ham fans

West Ham United's Declan Rice lifts the UEFA Europa Conference League Trophy following victory over Fiorentina in the UEFA Europa Conference League Final at the Fortuna Arena, Prague. Picture date: Wednesday June 7, 2023.

Jarrod Bowen’s last-minute winner saw West Ham end their 43-year wait for a trophy with a 2-1 victory over Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League final.

West Ham end 43-year wait for a trophy with dramatic 2-1 victory over Fiorentina

The singer, who shot to fame with chart-topping 'The One and Only' in 1991, is performing alongside his son ahead of the final of the Europa Conference League.

Pop legend Chesney Hawkes headlining West Ham fanzone in Prague on 'massive day'

A general view outside of the Fortuna Arena, Prague

Local police are working in conjunction with state police and UEFA to ensure the match passes off peacefully.

Extra police drafted in for West Ham-Fiorentina final in Prague

West Ham United Fans at the Fortuna Arena in Prague ahead of the UEFA Europa Conference League Final 

The Hammers are bidding to win a first major trophy since the FA Cup in 1980.

Talking points as West Ham and Fiorentina target a trophy in Prague

West Ham could finally end their 43-year trophy drought after their 1-0 win against AZ Alkmaar.

Tears of joy as West Ham make it to first European final in 47 years 

The 30-year-old has joined for a reported £12 million, until the summer of 2025. 

West Ham complete signing of Aston Villa striker Danny Ings

Mr Gold died peacefully with his daughters and his fiancée Lesley, by his side, the club said. 

West Ham joint-chairman David Gold dies aged 86 following 'short illness'

A billboard campaign featuring Isla Caton is covering West Ham stadium for Childhood Cancer Awareness month. 

West Ham stadium lights up in memory of young cancer patient

West Ham defender Kurt Zouma arrives at Thames Magistrates' Court, London

District judge Susan Holdham described the actions as “disgraceful and reprehensible”.

London West Ham

Latest Stories