Pablo Felipe Targets Millwall After Scoring First West Ham Goal
West Ham United will return to Championship action at Millwall on Saturday after their Carabao Cup campaign ended with a 3-2 third-round defeat to Fulham.
What we know
- Pablo Felipe scored his first West Ham goal in his 22nd outing, finishing from a narrow angle to level the tie at 2-2.
- Rodrigo Muniz gave Fulham the lead before summer arrival Morato equalised. Cesar Palacios restored Fulham’s advantage, with Oscar Bobb then striking the late deciding goal.
- The 22-year-old Brazilian said he had been desperate to end his scoring wait, but was frustrated that his goal did not take West Ham through.
- Pablo said the squad would not dwell on the loss and felt the display against Premier League opposition could give the team confidence.
- West Ham have won four Championship matches in succession and sit four points clear at the top of the table.
Next step: Millwall derby at The Den
The Hammers face Millwall in a major London derby on Saturday, their first competitive meeting since February 2012. West Ham won that previous encounter 2-1.
Pablo, who arrived in January, is preparing for his first experience of the rivalry. He said the players understand its importance to supporters and will be fully focused on taking three points at The Den.
West Ham now need an immediate response as they look to preserve their lead and continue their promotion push.
