- West Ham United PL2 start the defence of their Premier League Cup title away at Leicester City
- The Hammers won the crown last year, beating Hull City in the final in May
- Saturday's match is being held at Loughborough University (1pm kick-off)
West Ham United PL2 begin the defence of their Premier League Cup crown on Saturday as they travel to Leicester City in Group E.
The Hammers go into the match off the back of a 0-0 stalemate at home to Brighton and Hove Albion in Premier League 2 on Monday, but midfielder Marcus Browne believes the team will show what a good side they are this weekend.
The match is being held at Loughborough University (1pm kick-off) with Terry Westley’s men beginning the defence of the title they won last season with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Hull City.
“We’ve got a bit of a point to prove, to prove the win wasn’t luck and we are a good team and a good club,” said midfielder Marcus Browne.
“The changing room is happy and we’re looking forward to getting our defence started on Saturday.”
Westley was full of praise for his side on Monday night in the draw with the Seagulls, saying they played with a style and identity.
The PL2 boss was keen to stress if the Hammers continue to perform in the same manner and add a touch of ruthlessness, they will achieve more success.
“I often say to coaches, if you can play with a style, panache and an identity, you’re half way there,” said Westley.
“We didn’t create enough in the first half (v Brighton) but if we continue to work at it on the training ground, the goals will come.
Westley was also delighted to see Djair Parfitt-Williams back out on the field against the South Coast side – his first appearance since pre-season.
The winger had been missing through injury but made his first league start of the campaign. He’ll also be set to feature in the cup tie with the Foxes on Saturday.
“Brighton was Djair’s first game since pre-season so it’s great that he got 45 minutes under his belt. He really needs a good three or four games into him before he gets back to full match fitness.”
The Premier League Cup (Group E) match between West Ham United PL2 vs Leicester City kicks off at 1pm on Saturday from Loughborough University.