Oliver Scarles

Oliver James Scarles (born 12 December 2005) is an English professional footballer who plays as a left-back for club West Ham United.

Club career From Bromley, South East London, Scarles attended the Trinity School in Croydon. Scarles was with West Ham at under-8 level and rejoined after playing with Chelsea from under 9 to under-12s before Chelsea released him. In June 2022 Scarles signed a scholarship contract with West Ham.

Scarles was named in the starting eleven for his senior debut for West Ham United on 3 November 2022 in the UEFA Europa Conference League against FCSB. West Ham won the game 3–0 with West Ham manager, David Moyes describing Scarles debut game as "exceptional".

Scarles was a member of the team which won the 2023 FA Youth Cup defeating Arsenal 5–1 at the Emirates Stadium in April 2023.

He made his Premier League debut for West Ham as a second-half substitute away at AFC Bournemouth in a 1–1 draw on 16 December 2024.

International career Scarles has played for the England national under-17 football team, making his debut in September 2021.

On 22 March 2023, Scarles made his England U18 debut during a 2–1 win over Croatia in Medulin.

On 21 March 2025, Scarles debuted for the England U20s during a 1–1 draw with Portugal.

On 24 March 2025, Scarles played in the final 22 minutes as a substitute for the England U20s against Switzerland national under-21 football team leading to a 2-2 draw.

Career statistics + Appearances and goals by club, season and competition

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2022–23 Premier League

2023–24 Premier League

2024–25 Premier League

2025–26 Premier League

2022–23 U18 Premier League South: 2023

Individual awards

West Ham United Young Hammer of the Year: 2024–25