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Declan Carr

Fri 24 April 2026 20:10, UK

Konstantinos Mavropanos will be looking forward to West Ham United‘s clash with Everton on Saturday.

The Hammers star has been in brilliant form lately, helping his side to climb out of the relegation zone at the expense of Tottenham.

If Nuno Espirito Santo‘s side are to stay out of the drop places, they need to beat the Blues when they come to the London Stadium.

Former Irons boss David Moyes will be keen on a victory as his side are chasing European football for next season.

However, Mavropanos and his West Ham teammates will be confident after a new admission from the Scotsman.

What did Moyes say ahead of West Ham vs Everton?

West Ham will have to exploit Everton’s weaknesses if they are to take anything from the 25 April contest.

One of those could be the forward position after Moyes declared that Beto will miss out of the contest due to a concussion he suffered against Liverpool last time out.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, he said: “Beto has a concussion and will miss this week’s game.”

That leaves Thierno Barry, Iliman Ndiaye or youngster Braiden Graham as potential replacements for the Guinea-Bissau attacker.

Why Mavropanos will be delighted with Beto absence

Mavropanos will be licking his lips that he does not have to deal with Beto, as the 28-year-old is a physical presence and a handful for opposition defenders.

The options available to Moyes in his absence will be much easier for the E20 side’s defenders to deal with, as they do not have the strength and power that the former Udinese man possesses.

The Greek, in particular, could have a field day, as he will be tasked with battling against someone who does not have the attributes that the injured ace has, and will surely back himself to succeed.

It should make it easier for Nuno’s side to clamp down on the Toffees’ offensive players and create opportunities for themselves on the counter-attack.

Three points would be absolutely vital for the East London outfit, given that their main relegation rivals, Spurs, are playing already relegated Wolves and will be expected to win.

Without Beto on the opposing team, causing problems constantly and giving them an outlet, that task is much easier.