Match Preview: Manchester United vs West Ham

Man United vs West Ham, a midweek showdown

Manchester United faces West Ham at the London Stadium, with both teams looking to secure vital points. United aims to extend its unbeaten streak to nine games, while West Ham seeks to move closer to safety.


Manchester United is looking to extend its unbeaten streak to nine games when they face West Ham at the London Stadium...


Manchester United's winning streak is facing a tough test against West Ham, as Michael Carrick's team visits his former club on Tuesday night. The Red Devils are looking to extend their winning run to five games, which would be their first time doing so in two years.


West Ham, currently battling relegation, has been in good form lately, winning three of their last four league matches. They'll be looking to upset United, having dominated the head-to-head record in recent years. In fact, West Ham hasn't lost to United since February 2024.


United's Bruno Fernandes is a key player to watch, having been involved in 10 goals in his last eight away league games. The team is also riding high on confidence, with four consecutive wins under Carrick's interim management. If they win tonight, it could secure a spot in the Champions League.




United's Unbeaten Streak on the Line

Manchester United is looking to extend its unbeaten streak to nine games when they face West Ham at the London Stadium. A point away from home would mark the ninth consecutive game without defeat across the tenures of Ruben Amorim and Michael Carrick.


West Ham has been a thorn in United's side for decades, with their last meeting at the London Stadium ending in a 2-1 win for the Hammers in September 2021. United's record at the venue is dismal, and they'll need a strong performance to overcome the historical hoodoo.


West Ham is just three points away from safety, and a win against Manchester United could see them draw level with Nottingham Forest. The Hammers are looking to build on their 2-0 win at Burnley, while United is riding high after beating Tottenham Hotspur 2-0.


Both teams are in good form, but United's unbeaten streak is on the line. A point from this match would extend their streak to nine games. 



West Ham's Unbeaten Streak vs United

West Ham hasn't lost to Manchester United since February 2024, with their last meeting at Old Trafford ending in a 1-1 draw thanks to Soungoutou Magassa's late equalizer. In fact, West Ham has kept United at bay, with Man Utd scoring just two goals in the last three meetings.


Manchester United has struggled against West Ham lately, losing four of their last six Premier League games against the East Londoners. This is a stark contrast to their previous 28 meetings, where they had fewer losses. West Ham's current form might just be enough to keep their dominance going.


Manchester United can take heart from history, as West Ham has only avoided defeat in both league meetings against them once in consecutive campaigns, and that was way back in 1932/33 and 1933/34. United's current form is solid, with Bryan Mbeumo scoring nine league goals and the team unbeaten away from home since December.


West Ham, on the other hand, has struggled at home, losing eight league games at the London Stadium this season. However, they've recently turned a corner, winning their last two games. United will be looking to capitalize on West Ham's home struggles. 


Fernandes, Mbeumo, and Cunha Heating Up

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes is on fire, involved in 10 goals in his last eight away league games (two goals and eight assists). He's tied with Ryan Giggs for most away assists in a season, and just needs one more to take the record. West Ham will need to keep a close eye on him, along with Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, who've also been impressive.


Matheus Cunha is another threat for United, with four goal involvements in his last five away league games (three goals, one assist). However, he hasn't scored against West Ham in five previous meetings. United's last three wins in London were against Arsenal and Crystal Palace, and they haven't won three straight games in the capital since 2019.



Bowen Leading the Charge for West Ham

Jarrod Bowen is West Ham's top scorer against Manchester United, with three goals in the Premier League era. The Hammers also have other threats, like Crysencio Summerville, who's scored five goals in his last five games, and Taty Castellanos, who's finding form at the right time.


West Ham's form at the London Stadium hasn't been great, with only four wins from their last 20 league matches (D4 L12). Three of those wins were against newly-promoted sides, which doesn't exactly fill United with fear.


The hosts do have a decent midweek record at home, though - they've only lost three of their last 15 league games on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (W5 D7). United, on the other hand, have struggled away midweek, winning just one of their last nine EPL games (D3 L5).


Injury Updates

West Ham is missing Lukasz Fabianski and Jean-Clair Todibo due to injury and suspension, while Manchester United has Patrick Dorgu, Mason Mount, and Matthijs de Ligt on the treatment table.


Every point counts from here on in, with only a dozen Premier League games left. This match is crucial for both teams, and it'll be interesting to see if Carrick solidifies his United position or Nuno wins over West Ham fans who were calling for his head recently.


The stage is set for a thrilling game between two teams that play attractive football.





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