Hammers hit by FA fine

West Ham and Chelsea have been fined £40,000 and £50,000 respectively by the Football Association following last month’s clash at the Boleyn Ground.

Both clubs admitted misconduct charges of failing to ensure their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during West Ham’s 2-1 win.

An FA Statement read:

“Following an Independent Regulatory Commission hearing, West Ham United and Chelsea have been fined £40,000 and £50,000 respectively after both clubs admitted an FA misconduct charge.”

“The charge was for failing to ensure their players conducted themselves in an orderly fashion during the fixture between the two sides on 24 October 2015.”

“Both clubs were also severely warned as to their future conduct.”