HAMMERS FIND YOBS

WEST HAM have identified two supporters accused of attacking German commentators during Thursday’s Europa League defeat by Eintracht Frankfurt. The apparent assault took place in the press box, which is surrounded by home supporters at the London Stadium. Broadcasters Tim Brockmeier and Philipp Hofmeister, working for ARD Radio, reported on air that they were being ‘attacked’ from behind after Michail Antonio’s 21st-minute equaliser. According to German newspaper BILD Hofmeister told listeners: ‘We are being attacked here. They threw the headset down on my colleague Tim. We have to see that we can get some security personnel here.’ He later added: ‘You constantly have the feeling something could come from behind, a punch or something. My dreams of English football have been shattered.’ Fans were said to be unhappy with how the commentators excitedly reported on Frankfurt’s early goal. The pair were sitting in the last row of the press box, directly in front of Hammers fans. They were moved to safer seats for the second half. West Ham identified the fans using CCTV and gave their details to the police. If found guilty, they will receive indefinite bans.