Kurt Zouma starts: West Ham confirmed starting XI v Watford
West Ham have confirmed their starting XI for their Premier League clash against Watford tonight (February 8).
David Moyes’s side will look to bounce back following the 1-0 defeat suffered at the hands of Manchester United before the winter break.
The Hammers have returned to full strength, making eight changes, following their FA Cup clash with non-league Kidderminster Harriers last time out.
Kurt Zouma controversially keeps his spot in the starting line-up while Andriy Yarmolenko is among the eight players axed from the 11.
Go time
Every game is a must win for the Irons as they continue to fight on three fronts for the remainder of the season.
Moyes has no option but to select his strongest available XI in every fixture with just one loss potentially detrimental to the Hammers’ season.
Kurt Zouma was a surprise starter with his off-field actions leaving the Frenchman under a lot of scrutiny.
The Hammers will also be pleased to see their talisman Michail Antonio return to the starting line up having got back late from international duty with Jamaica.
Other than that, it is as expected, with Moyes going full strength in every position.
Getting back to winning ways is vital in the Premier League after suffering the defeat to Manchester United saw Moyes’ side drop out of the top four.
If the Hammers win tonight and Ralf Rangnick’s side do anything but, a place in the top four will be reclaimed.
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