In a pivotal Premier League showdown, West Ham United are gearing up to face Fulham at the London Stadium on Sunday afternoon, with both teams eyeing crucial points for contrasting reasons. As the race for European spots heats up, West Ham finds themselves under mounting pressure to secure a victory and maintain their position in the top seven of the league table.
West Ham’s recent performance against Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League ended in disappointment, with a 2-0 defeat raising questions about David Moyes’ tactics. The Hammers have struggled for consistency lately, managing just two wins from their last eight matches across all competitions. However, their resilience was on display last weekend when they staged a comeback to clinch a 2-1 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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Fulham, sitting in 13th place, are not far behind West Ham in the standings, trailing by only nine points. However, their away form has been a cause for concern, conceding three goals in each of their last two away fixtures. Marco Silva’s side will be eager to bounce back from their recent 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United and reignite their hopes of European qualification.
West Ham will rely on their attacking prowess, led by Michail Antonio, to break down Fulham’s defense. Despite missing Jarrod Bowen due to injury, Moyes will look to Edson Alvarez and others to provide support in the attacking third. Additionally, James Ward-Prowse’s threat from set pieces adds another dimension to West Ham’s offensive arsenal, posing a constant danger to Fulham’s backline.
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On the defensive end, Fulham must be wary of West Ham’s proficiency from set pieces, with Moyes likely to exploit this avenue to unsettle the visitors. Fulham’s vulnerability at defending set pieces has been evident, conceding a significant number of goals from such situations, which could prove decisive in Sunday’s encounter.
In terms of predictions, both The MoneyMan and MoneyBall agree that West Ham will emerge victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. The MoneyMan is backing the Hammers with a R250 wager at odds of 14/10, aiming for a potential return of R350.
As the stakes continue to rise in the Premier League, West Ham and Fulham understand the importance of securing three points in Sunday’s clash. With both teams hungry for success, fans can expect an enthralling battle at the London Stadium as the race for European qualification intensifies.
