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David Sullivan: Fans want West Ham co-owner not to attend home matches after sexual misconduct allegations

David Sullivan: Fans want West Ham co-owner not to attend home matches after sexual misconduct allegations
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The West Ham United Fan Advisory Board has formally requested that co-owner David Sullivan stop attending home matches due to ongoing sexual misconduct allegations. The board argues that his presence is a distraction and a potential security risk for the club.

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This reflects the growing influence of fan organizations in holding club leadership accountable for ethical conduct and reputation management.

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The West Ham United Fan Advisory Board (FAB) has called on David Sullivan not to attend the club's home matches, warning his presence could become a "distraction" and a potential security concern. <p>In a statement, the FAB said it remained concerned that Sullivan attending matches at the London Stadium would cause "offence and upset" to some supporters and could provoke negative reactions from fans.</p><p>Sullivan resigned as a director and joint chairman of West Ham in June, before the publication of an investigation by <em>The Times</em> and BBC Panorama into sexual misconduct allegations. He has strongly denied all allegations of wrongdoing.</p><p>The group said it had raised concerns that Sullivan's presence would be unwelcome among many supporters and could require increased security measures at a time when both the club and stadium face financial pressures.

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