West Ham United vs Arsenal: Preview, Team News, and Prediction for Premier League 2024-25

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West Ham United vs Arsenal: Preview, Team News, and Prediction for Premier League 2024-25

London Derby: West Ham vs Arsenal in EPL 2024-25 Round 13. Match preview, team news, key players, lineups, and predictions. Kick-off: Nov 30, 2024.

West Ham United will welcome Arsenal in a highly-anticipated London Derby at the London Stadium on Saturday, November 30, 2024. The game should be an exciting contest for both teams as the Hammers seek to maintain their solid form while Arsenal aim to close the gap at the top of the table.

Match Details

Kick-off: Saturday, 30 November 2024 at 6:30 PM UK; 11:00 PM IST
Location: London Stadium

Form Guide

West Ham United (all competitions): L-W-L-D-W
Arsenal (all competitions): L-L-D-W-W

Current Standings

West Ham United: 14th (15 points from 12 games)
Arsenal: 4th (22 points from 12 games)

West Ham United’s recent victories, including a clean-sheet win against Newcastle, have eased pressure on coach Julen Lopetegui. Meanwhile, Arsenal, although not at their best, remains a strong contender with their star-studded lineup and the potential to bounce back in the title race.

Key Players to Watch

Jarrod Bowen (West Ham United)

The English winger has had a hallelujah season for the Hammers. With 3 goals and 3 assists, he gives more than just the scoreboard shows. His tireless work without the ball and defensive effort makes him a real standout performer who can reflect in the nature of game-changing moments.

Bukayo Saka

Arsenal Bukayo Saka is making yet another exceptional season, as he produced 15 contributions to the goal in just 17 appearances. His speed, dribbling, and proficiency to perform at critical moments make him the greatest threat for Arsenal as they head into this match.

Team News

West Ham United

Out:
- Coach Julen Lopetegui (touchline ban)
- Mohammed Kudus (final match of a five-game suspension)
- Niclas Fullkrug (Achilles tendon injury)

Arsenal

Out:
- Ben White (knee injury)
- Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee injury)
Doubtful: Gabriel Magalhaes (knock against Sporting CP)

Head-to-Head Record

Total Matches Played: 151
West Ham United Wins: 37
Arsenal Wins: 73
Draws: 41

Predicted Lineups

West Ham United (4-2-3-1):

Fabianski (GK); Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson; Alvarez, Soucek; Bowen, Paqueta, Summerville; Antonio

Arsenal (4-3-3):

Raya (GK); Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli

Match Prediction

West Ham United’s recent games have had two clean sheets; hence, this will give them momentum. Arsenal has good quality attacking, and the match should be close but with the Gunners slightly winning the match.