Sam Allardyce

West Ham United's manager, Sam Allardyce, pictured in 2011
West Ham United's goalkeeper Robert Green, pictured in 2011
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Appleton sacked by Blackburn

Blackburn Rovers have sacked manager Michael Appleton after just over two months in charge, the Indian-owned English second-tier club announced on Tuesday.
 

Ugly scenes can't ruin Lampard milestone, says Benitez

Rafael Benitez insisted the ugly scenes sparked by Frank Lampard's 200th goal for Chelsea in the 2-0 win over West Ham shouldn't overshadow the England midfielder's landmark achievement.
 

No margin for error, Chelsea's Hazard warns

Eden Hazard admits Chelsea have no margin for error as the Blues try to remain in control of the race to qualify for the Champions League.
 

Collison strike topples Stoke

Jack Collison gave West Ham United a 1-0 win at Stoke City on Saturday as the home side sank to only their second defeat at the Britannia Stadium in the Premier League this season.
 

N'Zogbia downs Hammers to boost Villa survival bid

Charles N'Zogbia inspired Aston Villa to a crucial 2-1 win over West Ham as the Premier League strugglers climbed out of the relegation zone on Sunday.
 

Allardyce fined for Cup 'bias' remarks

West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce has been fined £8,000 ($12,529) for remarks he made alleging bias following the FA Cup third round replay defeat at Old Trafford last month.
 

Birthday boy Berbatov celebrates with Fulham win

Fulham forward Dimitar Berbatov celebrated his 32nd birthday by scoring the goal that inspired his club to a 3-1 win over West Ham at Craven Cottage on Wednesday.
 

Wenger relieved as rampant Arsenal bounce back

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal's 5-1 demolition of West Ham proves they are mentally strong enough to cope with the pressure of battling to finish in the Premier League's top four.
 

Giroud fires five-star Arsenal in Hammers rout

Olivier Giroud helped Arsenal silence their critics as the France striker's double inspired a much-needed 5-1 victory over West Ham on Wednesday.
 

Allardyce contests charge over ref complaint

West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce has denied a misconduct charge over his comments following West Ham's FA Cup loss to Manchester United, the Football Association revealed on Wednesday.
 

Redknapp calls for more quality from QPR

QPR manager Harry Redknapp admitted his side need to show more quality and composure if they are to win their battle to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
 

Allardyce charged by FA over referee remarks

West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce was charged with misconduct by the Football Association on Friday after criticising referee Phil Dowd following his side's FA Cup defeat by Manchester United.
 

Ferguson wary United will one day pay penalty

Alex Ferguson called on his Manchester United side to improve their penalty-taking after Wayne Rooney missed their fifth spot-kick of the season.
 

Returning Rooney stars in United's FA Cup advance

Wayne Rooney returned from injury to secure Manchester United's place in the FA Cup fourth round with the only goal in a 1-0 win over West Ham United at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
 

Ferguson set to ring changes against Hammers

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson plans to rest a number of key players for Wednesday's FA Cup replay with West Ham United as the English giants eye a treble success.
 

Ferguson set to ring changes against Hammers

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson plans to rest a number of key players for Wednesday's FA Cup replay with West Ham United as the English giants eye a treble success.
 

Larsson cracker eases Sunderland relegation fears

Sunderland eased their relegation worries as Sebastian Larsson's stunning strike inspired a 3-0 win over West Ham at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.
 

West Ham sign Brazilian striker Wellington

West Ham on Friday signed Brazilian forward Wellington Paulista on loan from Cruzeiro until the end of the season.
 

Fergie hails 'world-class' Van Persie, Giggs

Alex Ferguson hailed the last-minute contributions of substitutes Robin van Persie and Ryan Giggs as "world-class" after they combined to keep Manchester United in the FA Cup.
 

Fergie hails 'world-class' Van Persie, Giggs

Alex Ferguson hailed the last-minute contributions of substitutes Robin van Persie and Ryan Giggs as "world-class" after they combined to keep Manchester United in the FA Cup.
 

Facts from the Wikipedia page:

Sam Allardyce
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Personal information
Full nameSamuel Allardyce
Date of birth19 October 1954 (1954-10-19) (age 55)
Place of birth   Dudley, England
Height1.91 m (6 ft 3 in)[1]
Playing positionDefender
Club information
Current clubBlackburn Rovers (manager)
Senior career1
YearsClubApp (Gls)*
1973–1980
1980–1981
1981–1983
1983
1983–1984
1984–1985
1985–1986
1986–1989
1989–1991
1991–1992
1992
Bolton Wanderers
Sunderland
Millwall
Tampa Bay Rowdies
Coventry City
Huddersfield Town
Bolton Wanderers
Preston North End
West Bromwich Albion
Limerick
Preston North End
Total
184 (21)
025 0(2)
063 0(2)
011 0(1)[2]
028 0(1)
037 0(0)
014 0(0)
090 0(2)
001 0(0)
023 0(3)
003 0(0)
442 (32)   
Teams managed
1991–1992
1994–1996
1997–1999
1999–2007
2007–2008
2008–
Limerick
Blackpool
Notts County
Bolton Wanderers
Newcastle United
Blackburn Rovers

1 Senior club appearances and goals
counted for the domestic league only.
* Appearances (Goals)