Millwall goalkeeper Filip Marschall alleged that West Ham forward Taty Castellanos spat at him during their derby match at The Den on Saturday. The incident unfolded in the 65th minute while Millwall was leading 2-0, as Marschall delayed releasing the ball.

As tension escalated, Castellanos closed in on Marschall, leading to a confrontation in the penalty area. Marschall gestured towards his jersey, indicating he had been spat at. Sky Sports reported that the fourth official confirmed that Millwall staff lodged an allegation of spitting, although TV footage did not provide clear evidence.

Lions manager Alex Neil supported Marschall's claims, stating:

I believe so. Fil was saying to the referee throughout the game when that happened. I wouldn’t presume Fil would say that without cause.

If found guilty, Castellanos could face a six-match ban. West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo refrained from commenting on the allegations, emphasizing the match's intensity instead.

This encounter marked the first meeting between the two sides in 14 years, following West Ham's relegation to the Championship. Millwall dominated the first half, but the incident proved to be pivotal as West Ham managed to salvage a 2-2 draw.

Mohamadou Kante scored from 25 yards in the 74th minute, followed by Konstantinos Mavropanos equalizing in the 80th minute. Kante was later sent off for a last-man foul on Millwall’s Kyrell Lisbie, but West Ham held on for a crucial point.