West Ham United vs Manchester United : Neither of the two teams has had a good start to the season and while Manchester United returned to winning ways in the league last weekend, it was a different story for the Hammers, who got hammered at Tottenham.
Their positions on the log speak volume of how underwhelming they’ve performed this season. With one win in their last seven games across all competitions, an underfire Erik Ten Hag has his team placed 12th in the league, three and as many points above their host on Sunday.
There has been not many reasons for delight for Julen Lopetegui since his return to England with the Londonders. Just two wins in eight league games, they pose no real threat to any of the top teams, although United has been anything but tough this season.
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West Ham United vs Manchester United: Head 2 Head H2H
No away team has won in each of the last six of this facture, with the home team winning every time, a statistic that makes West Ham United the favourite heading into Sunday, but on current form and without Mohammed Kudus, it becomes a tough result to come by.
Players to watch
Jarrod Bowen for West Ham United. The Englishman has had a hand in four Premier league goals, more than any other player for the club so far. In the absence of Mohammed Kudus, Bowen will be the focal point of the Hammers’ attack.
Alejandro Garnacho has been the star of The Red Devil’s three league wins and he will be expected to play a vital role if they are to get the better of their host on Sunday.
Injury Update and Suspension
West Ham United will be without Mohammed Kudus, who was sent off for violent conduct against Tottenham Hotspur last weekend. Niklas Fullkrug remains absent until November due to the his achilles tendon injury.
For Manchester United, Antony added to the long list of injuries in United’s draw with Fenerbache in Europe during the week.
Luke Shaw, Tyrel Malacia, Harry Maguire, Johnny Evans, Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount remain sidelined, while there’s good news with Leny Yoro, who returns to training this week.
Prediction
West Ham United 1-1 Manchester United
