Overview
Julen Lopetegui’s West Ham United face off against Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United at London Stadium in a high-stakes Premier League matchup on Sunday. The Hammers suffered a 4-1 defeat to Tottenham last weekend, while the Red Devils edged Brentford 2-1 and drew 1-1 midweek with Fenerbahce in the Europa League. West Ham’s attack has been potent, scoring 11 goals compared to United’s seven, though defensive struggles have left them without a clean sheet in their last 13 home league games. United, meanwhile, have avoided defeat in their last five away games, with four of those ending in draws.
Key Stats and Storylines
United aim to secure their fourth consecutive Premier League clean sheet on the road, a feat they haven’t achieved since 2020. Lopetegui’s side is looking to end a seven-game streak without a shutout. Despite losing to Spurs after a red card to Mohammed Kudus, West Ham did manage a 2-0 victory over United at home last season under David Moyes, marking back-to-back wins at home against the Red Devils.
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How to Watch and Match Details
- Date: Sunday, October 27
- Time: 10 a.m. ET
- Location: London Stadium, London, England
- Watch: Peacock Premium
- Odds: West Ham +188; Draw +275; United +130
Current Form
West Ham currently sit in 15th place, a win away from leapfrogging United on goal difference. United are in 12th, with their only win in seven matches coming against Brentford. They remain six points off the top four.
Team News
- West Ham: Kudus is suspended following his red card against Tottenham and will also miss upcoming matches against Nottingham Forest and Everton. Despite Kudus’ absence, West Ham have performed well without him, remaining unbeaten in five Premier League games. Crysencio Summerville may fill in for Kudus, while Niclas Fullkrug is also expected to miss out. Edson Alvarez could step in for Guido Rodriguez in midfield.
- Projected West Ham XI: Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Kilman, Emerson; Alvarez; Bowen, Paqueta, Soucek, Summerville; Antonio.
- Manchester United: Bruno Fernandes is back from suspension, and Ten Hag hopes Jonny Evans will also be available. Antony is a doubt with a knock, and a string of players including Kobbie Mainoo, Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, and Mason Mount remain out.
- Projected United XI: Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Evans, Martinez; Eriksen, Casemiro; Rashford, Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund.
Prediction
Given United’s steady away form and West Ham’s defensive woes at home, a narrow win for the Red Devils seems likely. A single goal could make the difference in this tightly contested encounter.
- Prediction: West Ham 0, Manchester United 1
