Kanté and Mavropanos rescue late point for West Ham in derby thriller at Millwall – theguardian.com
Kanté and Mavropanos rescue late point for West Ham in derby thriller at Millwall theguardian.com
WAF Context
West Ham drew 2–2 with Millwall in their first meeting for 14 years. Kanté and Mavropanos scored late goals to rescue a point after West Ham trailed by two. The match was marked by tension, including an alleged spitting incident involving West Ham forward Castellanos and Millwall goalkeeper Marschall that resulted in arrests.
What we know
- Final score was 2–2 after West Ham came from behind
- Kanté and Mavropanos scored the late equalising goals
- First fixture between the clubs in 14 years
Why it matters
The derby saw two fierce rivals reunited after a long absence. Despite notable tension and a disciplinary flashpoint, the match ended level, with West Ham's late comeback preventing either side from claiming a significant advantage in what both clubs regard as a significant local rivalry.
