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Nuno on Pablo injury, Premier League sackings and Traore progress

Flora Snelson

BBC Sport journalist

West Ham boss Nuno Espirito Santo has been speaking to the media before Saturday's FA Cup game against Burton Albion at the Pirelli Stadium (kick-off 12:15 GMT).

Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Pablo is injured and "he'll be out for a while, we don't know exactly how long".

With the exceptions of Pablo and Jean-Clair Todibo - who is suspended - all players are available for the cup tie.

On the impact of their improved performances: "What happened ignited the atmosphere at the London Stadium, our home, we can feel it. The place gives and the fans give back in a huge way for us."

On the sackings of Thomas Frank and Sean Dyche: "This is what the industry is all about, unfortunately for my fellow colleagues. They will get back in the game soon."

On giving up a lead against Man Utd: "It was a tough one to take. But we performed really well against a very good team."

On their FA Cup hopes: "It's a beautiful competition. We're going to compete, we're going to try and go through."

On team selection for Burton: "The cup is always a good chance to give minutes to players who don't get many, for them to improve - we will need them further ahead."

Nuno confirmed that Alphonse Areola will play against Burton.

On Adama Traore: "He has a lot of things to improve, having been out of competition for a while, but he's putting all that he can into training sessions. We need him to get back to his best."

You can listen to full commentary of Burton v West Ham on BBC Radio Five Live on Saturday

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