Arsenal vs West Ham preview: Team news, expected lineups, score prediction
West Ham United are in need of a victory as they travel to Arsenal on Saturday.
The Hammers looked a completely different side to the one under Graham Potter in Nuno Espirito Santo’s first game in charge.
West Ham managed to earn a 1-1 draw against Everton, with Jarrod Bowen’s second-half strike enough to earn a point.
Before West Ham‘s seventh league game of the season on 4 October, West Ham Zone brings you the latest team news, predicted lineups, and a score prediction.
Team news
James Ward-Prowse was dropped by Nuno for the game against the Toffees and isn’t expected to be part of the squad against Arsenal.
The midfielder is expected to be offloaded in January, with discussions already taking place over his potential exit.
Jean-Clair Todibo was also absent for the Everton game, which might be explained by the falling out he had with Potter weeks before he was sacked.
In defence, it is nearly expected to be as you were, with Kyle Walker-Peters possibly replaced after Aaron Wan Bissaka had a previous stomach issue.
The Hammers lacked any focal point up front, but given his lack of competition, Niclas Fullkrug will likely continue up front.
In goal, Alphonse Areola has been favoured, but Mads Hermansen could be given a chance to impress for Nuno’s side.
Predicted lineups
Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Gabriel, Saliba, Calafiori, Rice, Zubimendi, Saka, Eze, Trossard, Gyokeres
West Ham: Hermansen, Diouf, Mavropanos, Kilman, Walker-Peters, Fernandes, Magassa, Summerville, Paqueta, Bowen, Fullkrug
Prediction: Arsenal 2-1 West Ham
Arsenal’s firepower up front is likely to be too much for the Hammers, given their defensive instability.
West Ham have won their last two games at the Emirates, but it is unlikely to be third time lucky given their vulnerability from corners.
Bowen could make it three goals in three for Nuno’s side, and you’d fancy West Ham to give it a good go on away soil.
The Hammers have conceded the most goals in the Premier League with 14, and with Eberechi Eze on the opposition’s side, the Hammers look set to concede even more.
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