Premier League: West Ham vs Arsenal Live
Preview
Arsenal face a challenging trip to East London to take on West Ham United in the premier league, who have already defeated them twice this season. Mikel Arteta’s side, fresh from a 3-1 victory over league leaders Liverpool, will seek redemption against their London rivals at the London Stadium. Meanwhile, West Ham United aim to bounce back after a 3-0 loss to Manchester United. Kickoff is at 2pm GMT.
The hammers broke a significant drought when David Moyes secured a rare away win against Arsenal in December. However, since then, the Hammers have struggled to replicate that success, enduring a run of three draws and a defeat in the Premier League, alongside an FA Cup exit at the hands of Bristol City. Last weekend’s 3-0 loss to Manchester United added to their woes. Moyes aims to steer his team back on track, targeting a top-six finish. Despite recent setbacks, a return to the London Stadium offers hope, as West Ham have been resilient on their home turf, losing only to Manchester City and Everton this season.
The gunners enter the West Ham clash riding high on three consecutive Premier League victories, including a significant win against Liverpool last Sunday. Despite individual errors clouding the match, Mikel Arteta’s side displayed ruthlessness, erasing memories of previous disappointments against the Reds. The win narrowed the gap to Liverpool to just two points, positioning Arsenal well in the title race. However, they must maintain their newfound momentum against West Ham, who have previously defeated them both in the league and the EFL Cup.
Head-to-Head
Arsenal’s recent record against the hammers shows two consecutive defeats, but prior to that, they had been unbeaten in eight encounters, securing six wins and two draws since December 2019.
Prediction
The gunners capitalized on defensive errors to defeat the league leaders but have struggled to keep clean sheets away from home recently. West Ham, seeking a win after a winless streak, previously triumphed against Arsenal. However, Arsenal’s recent form and attacking prowess suggest they may secure a victory, despite West Ham’s resilience at home.
