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West Ham United vs. Arsenal FC
We are heading into the 35th matchday in the Premier League this coming weekend. We can expect an exciting finish in all areas of the league, from the tight duel for the championship to the nerve-wracking relegation battle. The race for the international places is still open, too, with West Ham United and Arsenal FC facing off against two European Cup aspirants on Sunday. The game kicks off at 17:30 at the Olympic Stadium on Sunday, and you can find our prediction in the following West Ham vs Arsenal tip.
West Ham want to qualify for the Europa League again in the season finale. At the moment, however, the Hammers are only in seventh place with 52 points from 34 games, which would mean participation in the Conference League next season. The sixth-placed Red Devils from Manchester, however, are only three points ahead of West Ham with one game more. Arsenal, on the other hand, are still fighting for the Champions League and are in a duel with arch-rivals Tottenham. The Gunners, however, are currently in the better position with fourth place and 60 points from 33 games, with Tottenham following right behind with two points less.
West Ham – Arsenal info
– Date & Time: 01/05/2022, at 17:30.
– Venue: London Stadium (Olympic Stadium), London
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 35
– TV coverage: Sky
West Ham Form & Balance Check
The Hammers are looking to qualify for the Europa League again after another good season. However, West Ham’s recent weaker form has dented their chances of a better starting position, so it will be a tight battle with Man United in the season finale. With a win against Arsenal, the Irons and the Red Devils would at least be level on points again. The omens are not particularly good, however, as West Ham are currently without a win in three games. Their last win came against Everton at the beginning of the month.
West Ham also have problems with Frankfurt
Meanwhile, West Ham also managed to beat Olympique Lyon in the quarter-finals of the Europa League. This means that the semi-final will now be against Eintracht from Frankfurt, who have already eliminated the great FC Barcelona. The Hammers also felt the international class of the SGE in the first leg in front of their home fans last Thursday. Frankfurt won 2-1 in London and are well on their way to the final. Knauff opened the scoring in the first minute of the game and Antonio equalised before the break. After the break, however, Kamada scored the winner for the Eagles and presents West Ham with a difficult task in the second leg.
West Ham facts & analysis
– 7th place in the Premier League, 52 points
– Last lost 1:2 in the Europa League against Eintracht Frankfurt
– Winless in 3 competitive matches
Arsenal form & balance check
Arsenal FC have overcome their little results crisis and are back on course for the Champions League. Three defeats in a row against teams from the bottom half of the table were recently followed by two victories against top six teams. After recent difficult years, fourth place would be a great success for Mikel Arteta’s team, especially as arch-rivals Tottenham would then have to play in the Europa League. But the battle between the two London clubs for the top flight is still wide open, with the Gunners only two points ahead.
Will Arsenal qualify for the CL?
All the more important were Arsenal’s last two wins in the two top matches against Chelsea and Man United. In the London duel, the Gunners delivered an open and entertaining exchange with the Blues, which was rewarded in the end with a 4-2 away win at Stamford Bridge. Manchester United then also lost out to Arsenal, with the Londoners winning 3-1 in front of their home crowd. It was not only in these two games that the Gunners proved they are ready for the Champions League. But they desperately need another win at West Ham on Sunday to crown an excellent season.
Arsenal facts & analysis
– 4th place in the Premier League, 60 points.
– Last win 3:1 against Man United
– 2nd win in a row
Predicted line-up – last update on 29 April 2022
West Ham coach David Moyes is slowly running out of centre-backs. Diop and Ogbonna are injured, plus Dawson picked up a red card in the last league game against Chelsea. This could force the coach to go with a three-man backline again, with Cresswell and Johnson alongside Rice. Noble would then take his place in midfield alongside Soucek. Bowen, Antonio, Benrahma, Fornals, Lanzini, Yarmolenko and Vlasic are in contention for the three attacking positions. Arsenal should again field the top eleven from the last match against Man United. Only Tierney and Partey are currently missing through injury, with Martinelli and Lacazette other options.
West Ham – Arsenal direct comparison & stats
This clash between two London teams has featured in a whole 129 editions so far, 127 of which have come in the Premier League. Overall, Arsenal have come out on top with 65 wins, while West Ham have won 29 games. 35 other games ended in draws. The first leg went to the Gunners with 2-0.
– The average number of goals scored in a West Ham United vs Arsenal FC clash is 3.2.
– The average number of goals scored in the first half in matches between West Ham United and Arsenal FC is 1.4.
– The comparisons between the two clubs last season: 3-3 (home to West Ham United) and 2-1 (home to Arsenal FC).
– The first leg ended 2-0 for Arsenal FC.
– A look at West Ham United: Jarrod Bowen is the top scorer with 9 goals. 11 times Bukayo Saka scored for Arsenal FC.
