West Ham vs Manchester United – Match preview and team news | OneFootball

Manchester United travel to the capital this weekend to face West Ham United at the London Stadium, with both sides in dire need of a positive afternoon.

The Red Devils are currently in 13th position after their worst-ever start to a Premier League season, but a recent upturn in form has seen the pessimism around the club subside slightly.

Julen Lopetegui’s appointment has not had the desired effect at West Ham so far as the Spaniard has guided the Hammers to only eight points in as many games.

Mohammed Kudus is suspended for this game after the Ghanaian sparked a brawl in West Ham’s derby defeat at Tottenham last weekend. He lashed out at several Spurs players and was subsequently given his marching orders by referee Andy Madley.

Erik ten Hag has stated that the quantity of injuries among his Manchester United squad is ‘holding them back’ as the Dutchman contends with the unavailability of more than 10 senior players.

Brazilian winger Antony joined the long list of absentees in their midweek Europa League game against Fenerbahce.

United have three senior centre-backs injured in Jonny Evans, Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro and no recognised left-backs available due to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia’s struggles to shake off their respective issues. Academy graduates Kobbie Mainoo and Toby Collyer are also unable to feature due to muscular issues.

West Ham vs Manchester United – Match preview and team news

Form

West Ham: LLDWL

The Julen Lopetegui era has not begun in ideal fashion and the former Real Madrid manager has cut a frustrated figure on the touchline in several West Ham games this campaign.

That aforementioned 4-1 loss to Spurs was a damning outcome after a promising start to the game as Mohammed Kudus gave the Hammers a deserved lead.

But after conceding an equaliser before halftime, the East Londoners’ defence disintegrated after the break as Spurs put three past them in an eight-minute blitz.

Their results this season leave them with a win percentage of 25% in the Premier League, which is simply not good enough for a team with ambitions of competing for the European places.

Big money signings Jean-Clair Todibo, Max Kilman and Crysencio Summerville are yet to make a significant impact in a team crying out for some inspiration.

Manchester United: LDDWD

Erik ten Hag has momentarily eased the pressure that was mounting on his shoulders by guiding his players to a run of four games without defeat.

They displayed spirit to obtain a vital three points last Saturday as they came from behind to beat Brentford 2-1 at Old Trafford.

Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund netted the decisive goals as the Red Devils secured a Premier League win for the first time in over a month.

United were in Europa League action on Thursday night as they earned a hard-fought point away to former manager Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce.

Christian Eriksen is enjoying a renaissance in Manchester as the experienced Dane struck home his fourth goal of the season before Youssef En-Nesyri drew the hosts level.

Andre Onana performed heroics on several occasions to prevent United from returning home empty-handed.

Three consecutive away draws to Porto, Aston Villa and Fenerbahce offer encouragement that Ten Hag’s team is becoming more difficult to beat.

Last Meeting: Manchester United 3-0 West Ham, Premier League, 4th February 2024.

Manchester United dominated West Ham when the two sides last met in February.

Rasmus Hojlund marked his birthday with a clever finish to give his side the advantage, as the Dane entered double figures for the campaign with the opener.

Alejandro Garnacho doubled the lead with a fortuitous deflected effort, which struck Nayef Aguerd and sailed past the stranded Alphonse Areola moments after the interval.

The teenager put the game to bed in the closing stages as he rolled the ball into the far corner, despite losing his footing, to record a brace in a productive afternoon.

West Ham failed to lay a glove on their opposition in what was an uncharacteristic performance from David Moyes’ team, who deservedly left Old Trafford with nothing.

Predicted Lineups

West Ham: Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson; Alvarez, Soucek, Paqueta; Bowen, Antonio, Summerville.

Manchester United: Onana; Dalot, Martinez, De Ligt, Mazraoui; Eriksen, Ugarte, Rashford, Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund.

Who is the referee?

David Coote will be the match official. He will be assisted by Dan Robathan and Craig Taylor while Tom Bramall will be the fourth official. The VAR is Michael Oliver and he will be assisted by Stuart Burt.

What channel is West Ham vs Manchester United on?

West Ham vs Manchester United will not be available to watch in the United Kingdom.

What time is kick off?

Kick-off at the London Stadium will be at 14:00 GMT on Sunday 27th October 2024.

Odds

West Ham – 15/8

Draw – 11/4

Manchester United – 13/10

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