Hammers appeal Cole red

West Ham have appealed Carlton Cole's red card earned in Saturday's home defeat by Everton, the Football Association has confirmed.

Cole was dismissed by referee Anthony Taylor for a high challenge on Leighton Baines in the second half as the Hammers were beaten 2-1 by Everton at Upton Park.

West Ham next travel to Reading on December 29, with the hearing set for Cole's appeal scheduled for two days earlier.

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