This page tracks West Ham’s latest Championship position, points total, goal difference and place in the promotion race throughout the season.
Last updated: 11 September 2026
Where are West Ham in the Championship table?
West Ham are currently second in the Championship after six league matches.
The Hammers have 11 points from three wins, two draws and one defeat, with a goal difference of +5.
West Bromwich Albion currently lead the division on 13 points, meaning West Ham are two points behind top spot before facing Wrexham at London Stadium.
Championship table
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Bromwich Albion | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 13 |
| 2 | West Ham United | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +5 | 11 |
| 3 | Swansea City | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 11 |
| 4 | Queens Park Rangers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 11 |
| 5 | Charlton Athletic | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 11 |
| 6 | Middlesbrough | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 10 |
Table correct before West Ham vs Wrexham on 11 September 2026.
Can West Ham go top of the Championship?
Yes.
West Ham face Wrexham on Friday night before the majority of the Championship play over the weekend.
A victory would move Nuno’s side onto 14 points, taking the Hammers above West Brom and into first place before Saturday’s fixtures.
West Ham have already recovered strongly following a difficult opening to the season.
Three successive Championship victories against Wolves, Derby County and Bolton Wanderers have moved the Hammers firmly into the promotion places.
Read West Ham covered how West Ham climbed to the top of the Championship following the dramatic Bolton victorybefore West Brom subsequently moved back above them.
West Ham promotion race
The top two clubs in the Championship earn automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Teams finishing from third to sixth enter the play-offs, with the eventual winner securing the third promotion place.
West Ham entered the season among the leading promotion contenders after relegation from the Premier League.
Nuno’s squad has undergone major changes, but the early table shows the Hammers already competing near the top of the division.
Our West Ham Championship promotion guide has more background on the club’s promotion prospects and the expectations surrounding the 2026/27 campaign.
West Ham’s next Championship fixtures
West Ham’s next league game is at home to Wrexham on Friday 11 September.
A trip to Millwall follows on Saturday 19 September after the Carabao Cup meeting with Fulham.
Supporters can follow every match through our permanently updated West Ham fixtures and results page.
You can also find television selections, channels and streaming information on our West Ham on TV guide.
This Championship table page will be updated after every West Ham league fixture throughout the 2026/27 season.
West Ham United are competing in the Championship during the 2026/27 season as Nuno Espirito Santo’s side target an immediate return to the Premier League.
This page tracks West Ham’s latest Championship position, points total, goal difference and place in the promotion race throughout the season.
Last updated: 11 September 2026
Where are West Ham in the Championship table?
West Ham are currently second in the Championship after six league matches.
The Hammers have 11 points from three wins, two draws and one defeat, with a goal difference of +5.
West Bromwich Albion currently lead the division on 13 points, meaning West Ham are two points behind top spot before facing Wrexham at London Stadium.
Championship table
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Bromwich Albion | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 13 |
| 2 | West Ham United | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +5 | 11 |
| 3 | Swansea City | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +4 | 11 |
| 4 | Queens Park Rangers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 11 |
| 5 | Charlton Athletic | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 11 |
| 6 | Middlesbrough | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 10 |
Table correct before West Ham vs Wrexham on 11 September 2026.
Can West Ham go top of the Championship?
Yes.
West Ham face Wrexham on Friday night before the majority of the Championship play over the weekend.
A victory would move Nuno’s side onto 14 points, taking the Hammers above West Brom and into first place before Saturday’s fixtures.
West Ham have already recovered strongly following a difficult opening to the season.
Three successive Championship victories against Wolves, Derby County and Bolton Wanderers have moved the Hammers firmly into the promotion places.
Read West Ham covered how West Ham climbed to the top of the Championship following the dramatic Bolton victorybefore West Brom subsequently moved back above them.
West Ham promotion race
The top two clubs in the Championship earn automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Teams finishing from third to sixth enter the play-offs, with the eventual winner securing the third promotion place.
West Ham entered the season among the leading promotion contenders after relegation from the Premier League.
Nuno’s squad has undergone major changes, but the early table shows the Hammers already competing near the top of the division.
Our West Ham Championship promotion guide has more background on the club’s promotion prospects and the expectations surrounding the 2026/27 campaign.
West Ham’s next Championship fixtures
West Ham’s next league game is at home to Wrexham on Friday 11 September.
A trip to Millwall follows on Saturday 19 September after the Carabao Cup meeting with Fulham.
Supporters can follow every match through our permanently updated West Ham fixtures and results page.
You can also find television selections, channels and streaming information on our West Ham on TV guide.
This Championship table page will be updated after every West Ham league fixture throughout the 2026/27 season.
