West Ham United and Newcastle United will go head-to-head in the Premier League on Sunday at the London Stadium.
Match Preview
Both teams are coming off wins in their midweek European contests, with West Ham defeating Freiburg 2-1 in the Europa League and Newcastle thrashing Paris Saint-Germain 4-1 in the Champions League.
West Ham is currently enjoying a three-game winning streak across three different competitions, and their early-season form has been impressive.
They are aiming to extend their Premier League scoring streak to 10 games on Sunday and continue their assault on the top half of the table.
Newcastle, on the other hand, has had a slow start to the season but has recently picked up the pace.
They have won their last four games in all competitions, including the historic win against PSG, and will be looking to continue their winning run against West Ham.
Team news
West Ham’s leading goal scorer Michail Antonio is doubtful due to a tight groin, while Newcastle is missing some key players such as Sven Botman, Joe Willock, Harvey Barnes, and Anthony Gordon.
With both teams looking to continue their good form, it promises to be an exciting game with plenty of goals.
However, the extra day of rest for Newcastle, as well as the long trip back from Germany for West Ham, could give the Magpies the edge in this fixture.
Possible Starting Lineups:
West Ham United:
Areola;
Coufal, Zouma, Aguerd, Emerson;
Soucek, Alvarez;
Kudus, Ward-Prowse, Paqueta;
Bowen
Newcastle United:
Pope;
Trippier, Lascelles, Schar, Burn;
Guimaraes, Tonali, Longstaff;
Murphy, Isak, Almiron
Prediction:
Despite West Ham’s scoring abilities at the London Stadium, Newcastle’s recent form and additional recovery time could tip the scales in their favor, leading to a 3-1 victory.
- Our prediction: West Ham United 1-3 Newcastle United
