On , the two clubs also met in the Premier League 2 Play-Offs (U21). After a 2-2 draw following extra time, West Ham U21s progressed to the quarter-finals by winning 4-3 on penalties .
The match was a tightly contested London derby with high stakes for West Ham's survival hopes. Premier League Replay - Fulham vs West Ham
: At the start of the match, the Hammers were in the relegation zone. This win moved them to 17th place , level on points with Nottingham Forest but behind on goal difference. On , the two clubs also met in