FA Cup LIVE: Burton host West Ham before six more fourth-round ties

'Tudor's Juventus were exactly the same as Spurs'

Rob Green

Former England goalkeeper on BBC Radio 5 Live

I covered Tudor at Juventus earlier this season and they were very much like Spurs. Their performances were exactly the same type of performances. They looked lost within games and he didn't last. It was a matter of a few months. It's one where you say, 'It's not Thomas Frank', I think that is what matters,

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A slight delay to kick off here as there's a hole in the West Ham net.

The pressure on the groundsman there to fix that in front of all the fans in attendance and watching on TV...

'West Ham fans innovative as concerns still going on'

Burton v West Ham (12:15 GMT)

Rob Green

Former England goalkeeper on BBC Radio 5 Live

The [West Ham] owners have banned banners inside the London Stadium so you are not allowed to voice your protests in terms of signage or anything like that at the ground. The fans have been innovative.

Their concerns are still going on but what they can do is support the team on the pitch and they have good reason at the minute because they have good momentum.

'It's the FA Cup - anything can happen'

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West Ham United

West Ham boss Nuno Espirito Santo speaking to TNT about the 10 changes to his starting line-up: "I don't see there's a risk, I see a good opportunity and chance for players that are not usually starting games to have minutes, to enjoy the game and go through the round - that is what we want."

On if the Premier League is West Ham's priority: "No not at all. We respect the FA Cup. Let's see. If we go through today then we wait and see how far we can go. Our priority is always the next game."

On the third-round win helping kickstart the Hammers' good run of form: "Good performances and results help a lot in terms of work and atmosphere. We hope that continues today."

On if there is a different pressure to today's game: "It's the FA Cup - anything can happen. We have to make sure we are ready to compete well."

Tottenham confirm Tudor appointment

Away from the FA Cup and Tottenham have just confirmed Igor Tudor as their new head coach until the end of the season, subject to work permit.

Tudor has been out of work since being sacked by Juventus in October 2025 following an eight-match winless run, leaving the club eighth in Serie A.

The 47-year-old has had a varied managerial career, having had stints at Lazio, Marseille, Galatasaray and Udinese among others.

“It is an honour to join this club at an important moment," Tudor said.

“I understand the responsibility I have been handed and my focus is clear. To bring greater consistency to our performances and compete with conviction in every match.

“There is strong quality in this playing squad, and my job is to organise it, energise it and improve our results quickly.”

On the appointment, Tottenham sporting director Johan Lange said: “Igor brings clarity, intensity and experience of stepping into challenging moments and producing impact.

“Our objective is straightforward – to stabilise performances, maximise the quality within the squad and compete strongly in the Premier League and Champions League.”

'We've got to believe we can pull off an upset'

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Burton Albion

Burton boss Gary Bowyer speaking to TNT Sports: "We've got to believe that we can pull off an upset. That's been the preparation all week and the message to the players. I'm delighted out players and supporters get to experience this. They have to suffer a lot at this football club but these are the moments you play football for."

On the 2006 draw with Manchester United in the FA Cup: "It's a special moment for the club. The tie helped build this stadium. It's key the players know the history of this football club and that game was part of it. We've been showing them other cup upsets as well. Macclesfield got a viewing this week.

"It sows a seed of soubt in Premier League teams now. They know that people can pull off an upset. If they are in that mode of thought we have a bit more of a chance."

On what type of game he expects: "A horrible one. We're going to kick it out of play as much as possible, we're going to take our time with throws and goal kicks. No - we have to give a good account of ourselves. We are playing a top team"

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Nick Mashiter

BBC Sport football news reporter at the Pirelli Stadium

Nuno Espirito Santo is already wary of an upset, although has still opted to make 10 changes for West Ham.

Should Burton pull off an upset Nuno's team selection will be questioned but with £40m Max Kilman in defence, Adama Traore out to impress on his full debut and Callum Wilson, who has 93 Premier League goals, up front they should still have enough.

But Burton have nothing to lose as they look to add their name to victorious underdogs after Macclesfield beat holders Crystal Palace in the last round.

'A huge day for the fans'

Burton v West Ham (12:15 GMT)

Burton's Chief Operating Officer Tom Mahon, speaking to TNT Sports: "It is a special occasion because it is the first time we have hosted in the fourth round.

"We have a bumper crowd, the weather helps. It has been a tough week weather-wise and have had staff on site 24/7, we did a lot to get this game on.

"It is a huge day for the fans. It says how important it is that Gary Bowyer has picked a full strength team."

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