West Ham v Fulham: In-Form Hammers Host Goal-Shy Cottagers

The Hammers are in the midst of patchy form, with losses to Bournemouth and AFC Wimbledon in the Cup followed by heartening 1-1 draws with Liverpool and Palace.

Nevertheless, supporters will be happy as a whole, as they have overcome a dreadful early season run of form, to sit within striking blow of the top 8.

As always seems to be the case with the Irons, injuries have decimated a talented squad to leave it thin in most quarters. Indeed, the Hammers have arguably the worst injury record in the Premier League this season, averaging 7 senior squad members out every Gameweek.

However, the likes of Lanzini, Balbuena and Wilshere are progressing well with recovery. Pellegrini will expect to have 4 first-teamers available to him, including the crucial Lanzini and Balbuena.

West Ham fans will be licking their lips at the prospect of finally seeing Lanzini, Anderson and Arnautovic combining together – a fearsome thought for any PL defender, let alone Fulham’s notoriously porous backline.

Last 5 Games Results (Most Recent First): D-D-L-L-L

Expected Lineup:

Fabianski; Fredericks, Diop, Balbuena, Cresswell; Noble, Rice; Antonio, Snodgrass, Anderson; Arnautovic