FA Youth Cup draw

West Ham United's Under-18s have been handed a home tie against Charlton Athletic in the third round of the FA Youth Cup.

The draw was made on Friday lunchtime and paired the Hammers against their London rivals, with the game to be played at Upton Park, no later than December 16.

Details of the correct date and kick-off time will be announced here on whufc.com as soon as it is confirmed.

Youth Academy Director Tony Carr says: "It will be a very tough game but a challenge we are looking forward to. Having home advantage is certainly a bonus and I hope we can attract a big crowd to Upton Park to give the boys plenty of support."