Match Preview
As Arsenal prepare to host West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, both teams come into the match with contrasting recent form. Arsenal have shown resilience, bouncing back from a couple of setbacks to secure two wins in their last five outings. In contrast, West Ham have struggled for consistency, managing just one victory in their last five matches. This discrepancy could play a significant role in the match dynamics, as Arsenal will be keen to capitalize on their home advantage.
Historically, the fixture has been competitive, with Arsenal winning three of the last ten encounters, while West Ham has claimed five victories. Notably, seven of those matches have seen over 2.5 goals, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs. With both teams capable of finding the net—evidenced by six of the last ten H2H meetings featuring both teams scoring—this match could well see an entertaining exchange of goals. Arsenal's attacking prowess, combined with West Ham's need to secure points, sets the stage for a potentially thrilling encounter.