Is West Ham better than Millwall?

Millwall and West Ham have played each other 99 times competitively: Millwall have won 38, West Ham 34 and 27 have ended in a draw. Before the First World War the teams met 60 times in just 16 years, mostly in the Southern and Western Football Leagues.

Why are Millwall fans the worst?

Millwall’s reputation goes way back and is rooted in its history whereby a majority of the population were employed at the docks, which was known for being physical, aggressive and ready to employ violence. So there was a large proportion of the crowd that came from a tough working environment.

How many games did Millwall play against West Ham?

Between 1939 and 1946 the two clubs played non-competitive fixtures in the League South (A) Division, South Regional League, London League, Football League South and the Football League War Cup. They played 19 games against each other during the Second World War: Millwall won 3, West Ham 12 and 4 were drawn.

How are Millwall and West Ham United separated?

In the last two games between the sides in the 2011–12 season, the Metropolitan Police implemented London-wide operations to ensure the games were trouble-free. Millwall and West Ham United, separated by the River Thames, are just under four miles (6.23 km) apart.

Why was West Ham fan stabbed at Millwall match?

Hooligans behind violent clashes at a match between West Ham and Millwall today boasted about the rampage which ended in one fan being stabbed. Evidence has emerged showing thugs organised the riots at the Carling Cup match on internet chatrooms. One message said: ‘Make sure you bring your bats and don’t bring your kids.’

When did West Ham United join the Football League?

After the First World War, the Football League was reintroduced in England by The Football Association and West Ham joined the Second Division for the 1919–20 season. Millwall joined the inaugural Third Division in the 1920–21 season, in the Football League expansion of 44 clubs to 66.