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Summerfield Saves West Ham from Upset Against Burton

Published February 14, 2026, 17:15
Summerfield Saves West Ham from Upset Against Burton

West Ham secured their progression to the FA Cup Round of 16 with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Burton. Summerfield scored the only goal of the match in the 95th minute with a stunning long-range shot. Burton, a team from League One, showed strong resistance and forced the game into extra time, but ultimately succumbed to defeat. West Ham finished the match with ten players after Potts received a red card in the 101st minute. A notable aspect of the game was the presence of Konstantinos Mavropanos in West Ham's starting lineup, wearing the captain's armband. Summerfield continues to be in excellent form, having scored in seven of his last matches and is a key player for his team. This victory gives West Ham a significant boost for the rest of the season. Burton, despite the defeat, showed they are a competitive team, capable of challenging even the strongest teams in English football. Konstantinos Mavropanos, with his participation and taking on the captaincy, demonstrates the trust the West Ham coach has in him.