West Ham vs Arsenal: A London derby with history and tension
West Ham vs Arsenal: A London derby with history and tension
West Ham host city rivals Arsenal in a London derby from the 13th round of the Premier League, which promises to be tense and exciting. The match is scheduled for Saturday at 19:30 Bulgarian time and will be broadcast live on **Diema Sport 2**.
This is the 57th clash between the two clubs within the English championship, with the statistics so far clearly in favor of the „gunners“. Arsenal has 36 wins to just 9 for the „hammers“, and 11 matches have ended in a draw. However, West Ham showed that they can surprise their opponent, eliminating them in the League Cup tournament last season with a score of 2:1.
Memories of a painful defeat
West Ham fans will surely remember the humiliation of February, when Arsenal crushed the team 6-0 at the London Stadium. This defeat will further motivate the Hammers to seek revenge in front of their home crowd.
However, the home team’s form is currently shaky – they occupy 14th place in the standings with 15 points, while Arsenal are in fourth place with 22 points, just two behind Manchester City.
Lopetegui under pressure
West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui is in a difficult situation, with a lacklustre run of results putting his position in question. However, the latest 2-0 win against Newcastle has brought a breath of fresh air for the Spanish coach.
Lopetegui will not be on the bench for the derby due to suspension, but he still expressed confidence in his team:
“The players have to give their all because we are going up against one of the best teams in the world. Arteta has done a phenomenal job with Arsenal, but we are ready to fight.”
Arsenal seek to continue their rise
After the international break, Arsenal resumed their season with impressive victories. They defeated Nottingham Forest 3-0 in the Premier League, then thrashed Sporting Lisbon 5-1 in the Champions League. However, away from home, the Gunners are vulnerable, having dropped points in four of their six away games this season.
Key absences
West Ham will be without Mohamed Kudos and Niklas Füllkrug, while Jean-Clair Todibo is a doubt. Michail Antonio will be relied on in attack, supported by Jarrod Bowen and Crescencio Somerville.
Arsenal also have personnel problems – Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu are injured, and Gabriel’s participation is questionable. Mikel Arteta is expected to rely on Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Martinelli in attack.
The clash promises to be tense and unpredictable, as both teams will strive to take valuable points in the fight for their goals.
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