Source: PA
Upson calls for repeat of United rout
Matthew Upson has called on his West Ham team-mates to conjure up the same spirit which beat Manchester United as they look to take a step closer to Wembley in the first leg of their Carling Cup semi-final against Birmingham at Upton Park.
The Irons may be fighting for survival after slipping back to the foot of the table, but Avram Grant's men have the chance to put their Barclays Premier League battles to one side when the Blues travel to east London.
Upson, who played for Birmingham from 2003 to 2007, believes if the Irons can produce the same form which saw them knock United out with a 4-0 thrashing at the Boleyn Ground on November 30, then there is no reason why they cannot start to dream of a first Wembley appearance in 30 years.
"Not only was it a great result, but it gave a boost to the whole club in every department," the West Ham captain said.
"With the way that things are right now, it would be a welcome relief to achieve something in the cup and making the final would be a top achievement."
