Arsenal last 5 EPL matches
- Leicester 0-2 Arsenal
- Arsenal 5-1 Man City
- Wolves 0-1 Arsenal
- Arsenal 2-2 Aston Villa
- Arsenal 2-1 Spurs
Arsenal have been in scintillating form, winning four of their last five matches, including a commanding 5-1 victory over Manchester City.
Their recent performances have seen them close the gap on league leaders Liverpool, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.
West Ham last five EPL matches
- West Ham 0-1 Brentford
- Chelsea 2-1 West Ham
- Aston Villa 1-1 West Ham
- West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace
- West Ham 3-2 Fulham
West Ham, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency, with just one win in their last five outings.
Their recent losses to Brentford and Chelsea highlight their defensive vulnerabilities, which they will need to address against a high-flying Arsenal side.
Head-to-Head Record
Arsenal have historically dominated this fixture, winning three of the last five encounters. However, West Ham did manage a notable 2-0 victory at the Emirates last December, which will give them some confidence heading into this clash.
- West Ham 2-5 Arsenal
- West Ham 0-6 Arsenal
- Arsenal 0-2 West Ham
- West Ham 2-2 Arsenal
- Arsenal 3-1 West Ham
Injury and Suspension Report
Arsenal are facing a mini-injury crisis with key players like Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Martinelli sidelined. This could impact their attacking fluidity, although Mikel Merino's recent form offers a silver lining. Defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is also ruled out due to injury.
West Ham will be without Crysencio Summerville, Michail Antonio and Niclas Fullkrug, which could limit their attacking options and force them to rely more on Jarrod Bowen for goals.
Predicted Line-ups and Tactical Setup
Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; Saliba, Timber, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Partey, Rice, Ødegaard; Trossard, Merino, Nwaneri
West Ham (4-2-3-1): Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Kilman, Emerson; Soucek, Alvarez Paquetá, Bowen, Kudus; Ferguson
Arsenal are likely to adopt a possession-based approach, with Ødegaard pulling the strings in midfield. West Ham may look to sit deep and hit on the counter, utilising Bowen's pace and Paquetá's creativity.
Key Battles and Players to Watch
- Declan Rice vs Lucas Paquetá: A midfield battle that could dictate the tempo of the game.
- William Saliba vs Jarrod Bowen: Saliba will need to be at his best to contain Bowen's threat on the break.
- Martin Ødegaard: Arsenal's captain will be crucial in unlocking West Ham's defence with his vision and passing.
What to Expect and Match Prediction
Expect Arsenal to dominate possession and create numerous chances, while West Ham will aim to frustrate and exploit any defensive lapses.
Given Arsenal's current form and home advantage, a 3-1 victory for the Gunners seems a realistic outcome.
Fun Fact and Trivia
Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri became the youngest player to score in the Premier League against the reigning champions since Wayne Rooney, highlighting the club's promising youth talent.
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