The Hammers have endured a largely miserable season so far but claimed an impressive 2-0 win over Newcastle on Monday night to offer hope of progress under Julen Lopetegui.
While supporters are unlikely to be getting too excited just yet, there were certainly reasons to feel positive. It was by no means a robbery at St James’ Park, with Lopetegui’s side looking much the better team at times.
Still, the visit of the Gunners is another test entirely. Mikel Arteta recently welcomed back Martin Odegaard and duly made light work of Nottingham Forest in last weekend’s 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest.
Arsenal then thrashed Sporting CP 5-1 in the Champions League to continue their positive upturn in fortunes.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Date, kick-off time and venue
West Ham vs Arsenal is scheduled for a 5.30pm GMT kick-off time today on Saturday 30 November 2024.
The London Stadium will host.
Where to watch West Ham vs Arsenal
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Sky Go app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with **Standard Sport’**s dedicated match blog!
West Ham vs Arsenal team news
Lopetegui is banned from the touchline after picking up his third booking of the season on Tyneside.
Edson Alvarez is available again after his recent suspension, although Mohammed Kudus will serve the last of his five-match ban. Niclas Fullkrug, meanwhile, remains a doubt as he recovers from the Achilles injury that has ruled him out since September. The Hammers are hopeful Jean-Clair Todibo will be fit after picking up a knock at Newcastle.
The Gunners will be without Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu, while Arteta refused to confirm if defender Gabriel Magalhaes would be fit after coming off against Sporting.
Gabriel came off during Arsenal’s win over Sporting
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West Ham vs Arsenal prediction
While West Ham will take confidence from Monday’s result, Arsenal look to have turned a corner of late after their recent struggles.
Arsenal to win, 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
West Ham wins: 37
Draws: 41
Arsenal wins: 73
West Ham vs Arsenal latest odds
West Ham to win: 6/1
Draw: 7/2
Arsenal FC to win: 4/9
Odds via Betfair and subject to change.