On Tuesday evening, West Ham United welcome London rivals Tottenham Hotspur, as both teams aim to boost their European aspirations.
Can West Ham get back to winning at home? Or will Spurs spoil the occasion?
Match Preview
West Ham seemed sure to win against Newcastle United on Saturday, leading 3-1 at St. James’ Park with less than 20 minutes left.
However, David Moyes’ team conceded three late goals, squandering the lead and remaining seventh in the table – four points behind the top six.
The Hammers have not won in their last three league games and have failed to win nine of their last 11.
Nevertheless, Moyes’ men have been consistent at home lately, losing just one of their last 10 Premier League matches at the London Stadium.
Meanwhile, Tottenham came from behind to beat Luton Town 2-1 on Saturday, with Son Heung-min scoring the winner in the 86th minute.
It’s fair to say that Spurs deserved the win, having 70% possession and 17 shots at home.
Ange Postecoglou’s side have won three of their last four Premier League games, with nine wins in their last 14 league matches.
However, Tottenham have struggled away from home, winning just one of their last five Premier League away games.
Head-to-head: West Ham have won only one of their last five meetings with Tottenham across all competitions, losing three times.
In the Premier League, though, West Ham have lost just two of their last seven matches against Spurs, with three wins and two draws.
Team news: West Ham are likely to be without injured players Alphonse Areola and Nayef Aguerd, while Edson Alvarez is suspended.
For Tottenham Hotspur, Manor Solomon, Ryan Sessegnon, and Fraser Foster will miss Tuesday’s game due to injury.
Although West Ham United have been strong at home, their overall form is worrying.
With that in mind, we predict that Tottenham will score more than 1.5 goals on their way to victory at the London Stadium.