West Ham United will host Newcastle United in a thrilling Premier League encounter that could shape both teams’ seasons. The Hammers, flying high under Graham Potter, are aiming for a rare league double over Newcastle, while the Magpies, struggling with consistency, need a result to boost their European hopes.
West Ham’s Momentum Under Potter
West Ham have turned their fortunes around, going from a slow start under Potter to back-to-back Premier League victories without conceding a goal. Their recent surge has put them in a comfortable position, 16 points clear of the relegation zone. However, facing top-six sides has been their Achilles’ heel, with just two wins in nine such encounters this season.
Potter’s side will need to break this trend to secure their first league double over Newcastle in six years. Encouragingly, their previous win over the Magpies (2-0) also came on a Monday, adding a sense of déjà vu to the occasion.
Newcastle’s Struggles and Injury Woes
Newcastle, under Eddie Howe, have been inconsistent in recent weeks (W2, L3) and come into this fixture on the back of consecutive away defeats. Their defensive frailties have been exposed, conceding six unanswered goals in their last two away games. To make matters worse, their minds could be distracted by the upcoming Carabao Cup final.
One positive for Newcastle is Howe’s strong record against both West Ham and Potter. He has avoided defeat in 11 of his last 13 meetings against the Hammers and has beaten Potter three times in five encounters. If Newcastle are to turn their fortunes around, they will need to channel this dominance into a strong performance.
Key Players to Watch
- Tomáš Souček (West Ham) – The midfielder has a knack for scoring early goals and was instrumental in their last win against Newcastle.
- Harvey Barnes (Newcastle) – With six goals in ten appearances against West Ham, Barnes is a proven threat who could haunt the Hammers once again.
Prediction: Can Newcastle Overcome Their Away Woes?
West Ham’s defensive resilience and Newcastle’s struggles on the road point to a tight contest. The Magpies will be desperate to end their losing streak, but their injury concerns and poor form away from home give the Hammers an edge.
Prediction: West Ham 2-1 Newcastle Expect an intense battle with West Ham narrowly edging it, continuing their rise under Potter.
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