West Ham are going Dutch in Southend tonight as Roots Hall hosts the Hammers' friendly clash with Vitesse Arnhem.

And with the Irons bringing their first team squad for its final run-out before the big Premiership kick off, a big crowd is expected.

The squad is expected to include new signings Gary Breen and Edouard Cisse, while young striker Youssef Sofiane could be involved.

But fans will also be delilghted that established star Trevor Sinclair has also put pen to paper on a new deal -- and plans to stay at Upton Park for three more years.

Tonight's game (kick off 8pm) will be West Ham's first 'home' friendly for several years, but the Upton Park pitch is still recovering having been moved over the summer - forcing the switch to the seaside.

Published Friday August 9, 2002

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