West Ham United to Face Bristol City in FA Cup Third Round Replay

West Ham United will face Bristol City in an FA Cup Third Round replay after their initial 1-1 draw at London Stadium. The match will take place at Ashton Gate, in front of a sell-out crowd, as Liam Manning and his team aim to bounce back from a recent defeat to Preston North End in the league.

West Ham United, managed by David Moyes, has been successful in delivering European football for the past three seasons. Their biggest achievement came in May when they won the UEFA Europa Conference League, with Jarrod Bowen scoring a late winner against Fiorentina. However, the departure of key players such as Declan Rice and Manuel Lanzini has posed a challenge for the team.

Moyes reinforced his squad with four new signings, including the impactful James Ward-Prowse, who has contributed with impressive performances and stats since joining the club. Currently sitting in sixth place in the Premier League, West Ham United remains unbeaten in their last four league matches, defeating top teams like Manchester United and Arsenal.

The match will be officiated by referee Darren England, assisted by James Mainwaring and Alex James, with Stephen Martin as the fourth official. James Ward-Prowse, born in Portsmouth, started his career at Southampton Academy before joining West Ham United in August 2023. He has quickly become a regular in the squad, showcasing his skills with six assists and three goals so far.

In their previous encounter in January 2015, West Ham United defeated Bristol City 1-0 in the FA Cup Fifth Round. This time, the match will be broadcasted live on BBC One and the iPlayer.