West Ham faces Brighton in a crucial Premier League clash this Saturday, with both teams looking to turn their fortunes around.
London: West Ham is gearing up for a big match against Brighton this Saturday. The Hammers are coming off a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth, where they almost snagged a win.
Manager Julen Lopetegui had to step away for a family funeral but is expected to be back on the sidelines for this game. West Ham is currently sitting in 14th place, which isn’t great, but they’re hoping to turn things around against a Brighton team that’s been struggling lately.
Brighton, once a surprise contender, hasn’t won in four matches and just lost 3-1 to Crystal Palace. So, both teams are looking for a much-needed boost.
The match kicks off at 3pm GMT at the London Stadium. Unfortunately, it won’t be shown live in the UK due to the 3pm blackout rule, but you can catch highlights later on BBC One.
In terms of team news, West Ham will miss striker Michail Antonio, who’s recovering from surgery after a car accident. They’ll also be without Carlos Soler due to suspension. Brighton has some injury concerns too, with a few players likely to miss out.
As for predictions, it’s tough to back West Ham given their form. Many are leaning towards Brighton for a 3-1 win. Let’s see how it all plays out!
