As the 2026-27 Women’s Super League season approaches, West Ham United faces significant scrutiny regarding its competitive prospects. Following a difficult 2025-26 season where the club finished 10th, a panel of writers has collectively predicted an 11th-place finish for the upcoming year.

The team’s recent history was marked by a period of instability during the previous December, when the squad recorded only one win in their first 11 matches. This performance led to the dismissal of manager Rehanne Skinner. The club subsequently appointed former Italy forward Rita Guarino to lead the team and stabilize operations.

Reports indicate that the transition period raised internal questions regarding the level of institutional support provided to the women’s football department. While some observers suggested that the club’s infrastructure required more investment to succeed, others noted that Skinner’s departure was necessary due to a perceived loss of support within the dressing room. As Guarino takes the helm for the full 2026-27 season, the focus remains on whether the new management can improve upon last year’s results despite the low external expectations.