Hammers discipline a worry for Bilic

West Ham had their recent poor disciplinary record laid bare again on Thursday as both defender James Collins and manager Slaven Bilic were sent off in a 2-2 draw with Astra Giurgiu.

The Hammers looked to be cruising after goals from Enner Valencia and Mauro Zarate gave them a two-goal lead in their Europa League third qualifying round fixture – but after Collins became the third West Ham player to be sent off in Bilic’s first five games, Astra rallied and will defend a draw in Romania next week.