Charlton Athletic 2 West Ham United 1 BUDDING Academy star Robert Hall grabbed his third goal in just two games, but it was not enough to prevent the under-18s from slipping to a 2-1 defeat against Charlton on Saturday. After the euphoria of last week s v

Charlton Athletic 2 West Ham United 1

BUDDING Academy star Robert Hall grabbed his third goal in just two games, but it was not enough to prevent the under-18s from slipping to a 2-1 defeat against Charlton on Saturday.

After the euphoria of last week's victory over Chelsea, West Ham went into this match with confidence, but after a goalless first half, it was the home side who snatched the lead midway through the second.

Hall then grabbed an equaliser, and West Ham could have got themselves in front as Jack Werndly had two good chances to score.

It was not to be though and with 10 minutes left, Charlton secured the points with a winner.

Academy director Tony Carr said: "We conceded two poor goals and missed two good chances.

"It's a game we shouldn't have lost, but if you don't do the basics right you lose the game."

West Ham: Loveday, Barrett (Modelski 70), Smith, Craig, Brown, Lampe, Moncur (Okus 80), Wearen, Abdulla (Werndly 70), Hall, Montano.

MEANWHILE, a date has been confirmed for West Ham's FA Youth Cup third round clash at Plymouth Argyle. The game will take place at Home Park on Wednesday, December 9, with a 7pm kick-off.