The 2010-11 campaign delivered ultimate heartbreak for West Ham United as The Hammers finished a crushing 20th in the Premier League, resulting in relegation to the Championship. Despite the mid-season arrival of striker Demba Ba, whose 7 goals in just 12 appearances provided a late spark of hope, the team was unable to escape the drop under manager Avram Grant. It was a turbulent year defined by defensive struggles and a devastating final-day defeat at Wigan, marking a somber end to their six-year stay in the top flight.