In a newly scheduled friendly that should cheer the heart of chairman Ron Martin, as well as his wallet, Avran Grant's Premiership side, and always popular opponents for the Shrimpers, West Ham United will be paying a visit to Roots Hall on Tuesday, August 3rd with a 19.45 kick-off.
Of course, it's also the day after the club's High Court appearance in London, so hopefully the game will be a reason to celebrate the future of league football in Southend.
Also a chance to say thanks to Hammers keeper Robert Green for that howler for England against the USA in the World Cup, but we should also see centre half Matthew Upson scored the one given goal against the Germans!
Tickets for the game have been given as;
Adults £10, £5 concessions.
They are already on sale at the Blues Box Office, but only to supporters on the club's data base, or call 08444 77 00 77.
Box Office Opening Times:
Saturday: 10.00 - 15.00
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 09.30 - 20.00
Tuesday: 09.30 - kick-off
Due to the short notice of the fixture fans will be required to collect any pre-purchased tickets on the night of the match.
For full ticket details from the club, go here:
www.southendunited.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10444~2106301,00.html
West Ham supporters can obtain tickets by going to their own website on www.whufc.com.
Previously against the Hammers:
www.sufcdb.co.uk/index.php?option=com_resultsbyteam&Itemid=85&oppt=322&fat=0
Updated Pre-Season Schedule
Friday, July 16th - Dartford 2 Southend United 0
Monday, July 19th - Southend United 1 Derby County 1
Friday, July 23rd - Salisbury City 1 Southend United 1
Wednesday, July 28th - Rushden & Diamonds 0 Southend United 0
Saturday, July 31st - Eastbourne Borough (away); kick-off 15.00.
Tuesday, August 3rd - WEST HAM UNITED (Home); kick-off 19.45.