West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur are separated by only one point in the Premier League rankings heading into Sunday’s London derby. Despite shaky starts, the teams are currently in seventh and sixth place, respectively, one victory away from a possible top-four finish. Here is everything you need to know about West Ham vs Tottenham football prediction for the Premier League match of the season.
Team news
West Ham
Due to a positive COVID-19 test Alex Kral will be absent, while David Moyes hopes Vladimir Coufal will be fit enough to play.
Ben Johnson began at right-back against Everton, but he might keep his spot despite having played the entire 90 minutes against Genk on Thursday night.
Tottenham
Bryan Gil and Son Heung-Min both returned false positives for COVID-19 tests and both members of the Tottenham Hotspur team that defeated Newcastle United on Sunday will be in the Spurs squad.
Emerson Royal and Cristian Romero both played the entire 90 minutes at St. James’ Park in spite of a tight turnaround in games, and the duo should hold their spots in what should be an unchanged XI for the journey across the city.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s injury difficulties have eased recently, with Ryan Sessegnon the only confirmed absentee.
West Ham vs Tottenham Prediction
On Thursday night West Ham won 3-0 over Genk, extending their winning streak to five games in all competitions. However, failing to win any of their last three league games at the London Stadium they have struggled at home recently.
Tottenham lost 1-0 to Vitesse in the Europa Conference League on Thursday night. Even though they chose a completely different XI, they lost this fixture last season, and defeat in midweek is an unsettling indication for the north London side.
Both teams will be fired up for the derby, and the rewards might be shared in east London.
Match Facts
In West Ham’s last five home games, there have been more than 2.5 goals scored (Premier League).
In Tottenham’s last five games, there have been more than 2.5 goals scored (Premier League).
In seven of Tottenham’s last eight road games, they have conceded at least two goals (Premier League).
Over 2.5 goals have been scored in each of West Ham’s last three home encounters against Tottenham in all competitions.
In their last three home games, West Ham has conceded at least two goals (Premier League).
Lineup
West Ham United possible starting lineup: Fabianski; Coufal, Zouma, Ogbonna, Cresswell; Soucek, Rice; Bowen, Benrahma, Fornals; Antonio
Tottenham Hotspur possible starting lineup: Lloris, Emerson, Romero, Dier, Reguilon; Skipp, Hojbjerg; Moura, Ndombele, Son; Kane
Our Prediction: West Ham United 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
