West Ham host Newcastle at the London Stadium today in a meeting of two of the Premier League’s form teams. David Moyes’s side have enjoyed a strong start to the season after a summer transfer window that looked difficult at times and currently sit above Eddie Howe’s side.
Still, Newcastle are on a roll. Having recovered from the run of form that sent them into the first international break on the back of three consecutive defeats, recently beating Paris Saint-Germain 4-1 in the Champions League on a fantastic night for the club.
It is another huge test for West Ham, particularly after their Europa League exploits on Thursday. They have been competitive against other top teams in Manchester City and Liverpool without winning, so a win against the Magpies would be a huge statement. Follow all the action LIVE with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog! Matt Verri will be providing expert analysis!
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Prediction: West Ham to win 1-0
The Hammers have got their groove back this season and came through a rocky spell in Germany to win again in midweek.
Newcastle, meanwhile, have not been great away from home and could find themselves brought back down to earth with a crash after their Champions League heroics.
West Ham to win, 1-0.
Newcastle team news: Antony Gordon suspended
Newcastle are without Anthony Gordon due to suspension while they contend with a mounting injury list.
Sven Botman, Harvey Barnes and Joe Willock have been ruled out with Callum Wilson and Joelinton major doubts.
West Ham team news: Michail Antonio a doubt
Michail Antonio is a doubt for West Ham after missing the win at Freiburg along with Aaron Cresswell and Ben Johnson.
Moyes must decide whether to stick with the impressive Mohammed Kudus or bring back Said Benrahma on the wing, a decision which could be related to Antonio’s fitness after Jarrod Bowen played through the middle of his attack in midweek.
Where to watch West Ham vs Newcastle
TV channel and live stream: In the UK, the game will not be broadcast live having originally not been picked for TV coverage. Scheduled for the Saturday 3pm blackout, it was moved back due to the Hammers’ involvement in the Europa League on Thursday night.
Live blog: You can still follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.
Welcome
Good morning and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of West Ham’s Premier League meeting with Newcastle today.
Kick-off inside the London Stadium is at 2pm BST.
