Manchester City have won each of their last five games against West Ham, scoring thrice during each of the last four; the Citizens are unbeaten in 20 meetings with the Hammers, dating back a decade.
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Can Manchester City make it back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time since October? On Sunday, goals from Savinho, his first for the club, and then Erling Braut Håland saw the Sky Blues to a 2-0 victory over Leicester, despite a less than convincing performance at the King Power. Nevertheless, given that they'd only collected a miserly five points from a possible 27 available beforehand, Pep Guardiola's team are not in a position to nitpick.
This victory saw the Citizens climb back up to sixth, just four points adrift Chelsea in fourth. The last time West Ham visited the Etihad in May, Man City prevailed 3-1 on the final day of the season, a result that saw them become the first team in English top-flight history to win four successive titles; safe to say, they're unlikely to be hoisting aloft the trophy once again in 2025, but will the Sky Blues commence a year of uncertainty with victory?
Well, if you're in need of a victory, West Ham United are probably the opposition you'd choose to face right now. Last weekend, the Hammers were, well, hammered by Liverpool at the London Stadium, 3-0 down at half time, mercifully only shipping five by the end, conceding five or more for the fifth time in a Premier League game in 2024. Prior to this, Julen Lopetegui's team had been unbeaten in four, alleviating some of the pressure from his shoulders, albeit the Irons' current league position of 13th is underwhelming. Man City won the reverse fixture 3-1 in August, Håland the scorer of a hat-trick in East London, with all eight of West Ham's defeats since seeing them ship at least three goals too, and this trend is forecast to continue in East Manchester.
Manchester City vs West Ham United Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 122.
- Manchester City Wins: 65. Draws: 19. West Ham United Wins: 38.
Manchester City Team News
Stefan Ortega Moreno has started six of the last seven Premier League games and is expected to be donning the gloves again, given Ederson's continued absence. At the back, Rúben Dias and John Stones are sidelined, but Nathan Aké and Manuel Akanji are both fit, while Kyle Walker returned off the bench last Sunday. At the base of midfield, İlkay Gündoğan could begin on the bench for a third match in succession, with Savinho chosen over both Jérémy Doku and Jack Grealish out-wide.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs West Ham United: (4-2-3-1): Ortega; Lewis, Akanji, Aké, Gvardiol; Kovačić, Silva, De Bruyne, Foden, Savinho; Håland.
Manchester City Player to Watch vs West Ham United
Erling Braut Håland headed home his 19th of the campaign at the King Power, not bad for a striker who's enduring a barren period, while's he's previously netted seven times in five meetings with West Ham.
West Ham United Team News
In a major blow, talisman Jarrod Bowen suffered a fractured left foot against Liverpool, meaning he's set for at least a month on the sidelines. Michail Antonio is also out even longer-term, so Niclas Füllkrug will return to lead the line, while Crysencio Summerville is Bowen's most-natural deputy. Julen Lopetegui switched to a back five last Sunday, which saw Vladimír Coufal drafted in, Aaron Wan-Bissaka switch to the left and Emeron push further forward, but given that they shipped five, this experiment may be abandoned. Tomáš Souček and Guido Rodríguez can both return following one-match suspensions while, in goal, Łukasz Fabiański suffered a rather serious concussion on Boxing Day, with Alphonse Areola therefore set to deputise once again.
West Ham United predicted lineup vs Manchester City: (4-3-3): Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Kilman, Emerson; Álvarez, Souček, Paquetá, Soler, Kudus; Füllkrug.
West Ham United Player to Watch vs Manchester City
Mohammed Kudus has three goals to his name this season while, having been on target at the Etihad back in May, he's certainly West Ham's most-likely goal threat again.
Manchester City vs West Ham United Prediction
Despite their recent inconsistent form, we cannot see beyond a Manchester City win. This is largely due to West Ham's own recent miserable results, smashed by Spurs, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Man City themselves already, with a similar outcome likely: Manchester City 3-0 West Ham United.
Manchester City vs West Ham United FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Manchester City vs West Ham United Premier League game on TV channel?
Manchester City vs West Ham United Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network 7 Canada
How to watch Manchester City vs West Ham United Premier League game on live streaming?
Manchester City vs West Ham United Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Manchester City vs West Ham United in the Premier League?
Manchester City vs West Ham United takes place on Saturday 4 January 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (GMT), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PST).