West Ham vs Arsenal
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Match details
Date: October 4 2025, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Emirates Stadium
Confirmed lineups
Arsenal (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: David Raya
- Defenders: J. Timber, W. Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, R. Calafiori
- Midfielders: M. Ødegaard, D. Rice, E. Eze
- Forwards: B. Saka, V. Gyökeres, L. Trossard
West Ham (4-1-4-1)
- Goalkeeper: A. Areola
- Defenders: A. Wan-Bissaka, K. Mavropanos, M. Kilman, E. Diouf
- Midfielders: S. Magassa, J. Bowen, Mateus Fernandes, Lucas Paquetá
- Forwards: C. Summerville, N. Füllkrug
Missing players
Arsenal will be missing key players including Gabriel Jesus, K. Havertz, P. Hincapié, and N. Madueke, all sidelined due to various injuries. This could affect their attacking options and overall depth in the squad.
West Ham's squad is also affected with George Earthy out due to a thigh injury and T. Souček unavailable as a result of a red card suspension. Their absence could impact West Ham’s midfield dynamics and defensive stability.
Match background
This match sees Arsenal currently positioned 3rd in the Premier League with 13 points, while West Ham languishes at 19th with only 4 points. Both teams are eager for points, with Arsenal looking to maintain their strong early-season form and West Ham desperate for a turnaround.
Recent form
Arsenal has exhibited a solid performance with a record of 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 6 matches. They have scored 12 goals and conceded just 3, showcasing strong home form with 9 goals scored in 3 home games.
West Ham, however, has struggled, with only 1 win in their last 6 games and a total of 6 goals scored against 14 conceded. Their inability to secure points at home has left them in a precarious position in the league.
Head-to-head record
- Feb 22 2025: Arsenal 0-1 West Ham
- Nov 30 2024: West Ham 2-5 Arsenal
- Feb 11 2024: West Ham 0-6 Arsenal
- Dec 28 2023: Arsenal 0-2 West Ham
Prediction
This matchup appears to favor Arsenal, who are in better form and at home. They have performed well against West Ham historically. Betting tip: Arsenal to win.