Timothy Castagne identifies what Fulham 'need to change' against West Ham

Fulham full-back Timothy Castagne is setting his sights high as he looks forward to a rematch with West Ham United at London Stadium.

He fondly recalls the 5-0 victory Fulham claimed against the Hammers at Craven Cottage in December, but acknowledges that David Moyes' side will be a different beast on their home turf. «That would be great, but it's going to be difficult to have the same,» he told Fulham's official website.

“It will be a lot more difficult [away from home], they will be expecting us and they will want revenge as well, so it’s going to be tough, but it would be a great place to do it, it’s a great stadium, so it would be good to win there.

“We will have to start very strong and not make the same mistakes we did last few games, especially the last away games when we were not at our best, so we need to change that.”

With five fixtures left in the 2023/24 season, including clashes with title contenders Liverpool and Manchester City, Castagne is eager to influence the outcome of the league while pushing Fulham to finish as high as possible. «It's going to be nice to play these teams,» he said.

«We've done well against big teams in the past, especially at home, so it would be nice to get another win, and maybe change the course of the fight at the top.»

The Whites are not content to coast through the remaining games, instead aiming to rack up as many points as possible. Castagne believes a strong finish to the season can provide a positive springboard into the next campaign.

«If you end the season strong then you have a good feeling for the start of next season and you can keep the momentum going,» added the former Leicester City defender.

«It will be a lot more difficult [away from home], they will be expecting us