Under Mikel Arteta’s guidance, Arsenal are currently the form team in the Premier League, having secured four wins and one draw in their last five matches. On the other hand, West Ham have struggled recently, going four games without a win.
In the return fixture in November, Arsenal emerged victorious with a commanding 5-2 win, with all goals scored in the first half by seven different players.
Arsenal gunning for Premier League title glory
Arsenal are unbeaten in their last 15 league games in their bid to claim their first Premier League title in two decades. With 13 games remaining, they sit second in the league, just 8 points behind the leaders, Liverpool, but with a game in hand.
In their most recent match, Arsenal traveled to King Power Stadium to face Leicester City, the 2016 Premier League champions. It was a tough match, but Arsenal managed to win thanks to two late goals from Mikel Merino, who came on in the 69th minute for Raheem Sterling.
Despite having one of the thinnest squads in the Premier League, Arteta has often been inspired with his in-game substitutions. Arsenal's substitutes have scored nine goals this season, with only Bournemouth (12) and Fulham (11) having more success off the bench.
With an average of two goals per match, Arsenal have the third-most potent attack in the Premier League. Kai Havertz has scored 9 of the team’s 51 goals, but the German international is now sidelined for the season due to an injury picked up in Dubai.
- Injuries for Arsenal: Gabriel Jesus, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Martinelli.
West Ham United’s Struggles and Hope for Survival
West Ham United have had a difficult season and have fallen to 16th place in the Premier League, just 10 points ahead of the relegation zone. The club initially hired Julen Lopetegui with high hopes of European qualification, but after disappointing results, they made a bold decision to replace him with Graham Potter, who had been away from management for the previous 20 months.
West Ham’s form has been rocky, with four of their last five matches coming against London rivals, all of whom are better placed in the standings. Following a 1-2 loss to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, they hosted Brentford, but a goal in the 4th minute by Kevin Schade decided the fate of the match, despite the Hammers creating a few chances of their own.
Jarrod Bowen, with seven goals in all competitions, remains West Ham’s top scorer. The 28-year-old forward has recently returned from injury , while West Ham's defence has been boosted by the summer signing of Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United, who has impressed more than most since his arrival.
- Injuries for West Ham: Niclas Füllkrug, Michail Antonio, and Crysencio Summerville
Head-to-Head (Premier League Era):
Arsenal and West Ham have faced each other 57 times in the Premier League. Arsenal have won 37 of those encounters, West Ham 9, and 11 matches have ended in draws.
Manager Head-to-Head:
Mikel Arteta and Graham Potter have met 6 times, with the Arsenal boss holding a 3-2 edge over his rival, with one encounter drawn.
Betting Suggestions:
- Arsenal to Win – Given their impressive form and West Ham’s struggles, Arsenal are the clear favorite to win.
- Total Goals Over 2.5 – Arsenal have one of the most potent attacks in the league, and with West Ham’s defensive issues, expect a high-scoring game.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) – While Arsenal's defense is solid, West Ham will likely create chances, especially with Bowen back in the mix.
- Arsenal to Win 3-1 – if you like Correct Score betting, then Arsenal’s attacking strength combined with West Ham’s defensive issues make a 3-1 Gunners win a very realistic outcome.
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