Supercomputer predicts result of West Ham vs Newcastle in Premier League showdown
West Ham are embroiled in a relegation battle under Nuno Espirito Santo.
West Ham’s 2-1 loss to Leeds on Friday has left them sitting 19th in the table, and there are now genuine concerns that they might be relegated from the Premier League.
Nuno has a massive job on his hands, and two upcoming home matches could play a huge part in West Ham‘s ambitions this season.
As the pressure continues to mount on the West Ham board, the Hammers welcome Newcastle to the London Stadium on Sunday.
Newcastle predicted to beat West Ham on Sunday
Newcastle have struggled to gain momentum this season as they sit 12th in the Premier League.
Despite achieving Champions League qualification in two of the last three seasons, Newcastle are yet to perform at the level Eddie Howe expects.
According to Opta’s supercomputer, West Ham’s misery is set to continue at the hands of Newcastle.
- Newcastle have been given a 51.5 per cent chance of claiming all three points
- West Ham have a 25.3 per cent chance of securing their second away win of the season
- A draw has been given a 23.2 per cent probability of occurring
West Ham have been woeful defensively as set-pieces and crosses continue to cause huge problems.
Having conceded nine goals from dead-ball situations this season, West Ham are giving themselves no hope of winning any matches at this moment in time.
Konstantinos Mavropanos has suffered a long-term hamstring injury, and there is no evidence to suggest that Max Kilman or Jean-Clair Todibo can nullify Newcastle’s threatening attack.
West Ham fans are planning a sit-in after the Newcastle match, highlighting the tension off the pitch between the fans and David Sullivan.
Fans won’t change their view on David Sullivan even if West Ham defeat Newcastle
Supporters won’t leave the ground after the full-time whistle on Sunday, as unrest continues to grow in E20.
The West Ham players will need to get the fans back onside through their performances, yet the stance over Sullivan’s tenure at the club will never change.
With relegation rivals Burnley set to visit the London Stadium after the Newcastle clash, it’s imperative that West Ham gain at least three points from their next two matches.
With the international break coming up, West Ham’s Premier League status could become a lot clearer after the matches against Newcastle and Burnley.
If they continue to lose these crucial matches, toxicity towards Sullivan will undoubtedly reach an all-time high.
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