Marco Silva eyes better Carabao Cup results for Fulham

2025-09-23 01:12

The third round of the 2025/26 English League Cup will see Fulham host Cambridge United. Marco Silva stated in a press conference that his team takes the competition very seriously and is aiming for even better results.

In the second round of the English League Cup, Fulham defeated Bristol City 2-0 after an own goal from the opponent and a goal from Raul Jimenez. In addition, in the fifth round of the Premier League earlier, Fulham defeated Brentford 3-1 with goals from Alex Iwobi and Harry Wilson.

Fulham manager Marco Silva said, "We take the game very seriously. I mentioned it in the last round. We must do our best. Whether it is changing one, two or 10 players, our goal is to advance to the next round."

"We respect our opponents very much. We all know that this is an opportunity for them to gain more discussion in such a game. Clubs at all levels will regard this event as an opportunity to show themselves, so we must take it very seriously."

In addition, Marco Silva said, "What makes me most satisfied is our team's attitude towards this type of competition. Since our first participation in this tournament five years ago, it was not an ideal start. I soon realized that some things needed to change, especially in mentality and fighting spirit."

“Since then, we have always taken cup competitions seriously, which is why we have been able to reach the important stages of these competitions so many times in recent seasons. We hope to do the same in this English League Cup.”

Marco Silva added: "We will be playing at home, which will be an advantage. But we have to prove on the pitch that we want to advance to the next round. That is our goal."