WEST Ham United face a mouthwatering FA Cup Fifth Round tie at
Arsenal if they can beat Sheffield United in the Fourth Round
replay at Bramall Lane on Sunday 13th February.
Manager Alan Pardew was delighted to be drawn at Highbury in the
next round, but admitted his players must stay focused on the
replay before their thoughts can turn to the reigning Premiership
Champions.
"We face a massive battle in the Fourth Round replay at
Bramall Lane," insisted Pards, "and the prospect of
facing Arsenal in the next round will certainly add some spice to
the match.
"It's always a difficult situation when the draw for the
next round is made before the replays are completed, but
drawing Arsenal away will be a huge motivation for both teams.
"It would be a great occasion for the Club to go to Highbury
in the next round, and we'll be doing everything we can at
Bramall Lane to make it happen."
Hammers At Highbury
31st January 2005