The draw against Liverpool in the previous round gave Man Utd great confidence. In round 18, they have a trip to West Ham that is predicted to be difficult. The home team is only 1 point behind Man Utd on the rankings. Even though they are not in really stable form, West Ham always brings many challenges to the giants of the land of fog.
Despite having positive and unexpected results when facing Liverpool, in reality Man Utd still did not bring many positive features on the offensive front. They achieved results in defense but only relied on counterattacks at certain times.
Many people often blame Bruno Fernandes when the midfielder fails many times in each match. But then, when the Portuguese player was absent, the situation became even worse for Man Utd. This team cannot find a player who can pass the ball creatively.
Among many remaining problems, the next bright spot that needs to be mentioned for the Red Devils is the playing spirit. Can’t play the football you want, but the enthusiasm of Antony, McTomminay, Maguire or Garnacho needs to be recognized.
West Ham vs Man Utd form
The home team has been in good form recently, winning 4, drawing 1 and losing 1 in the last 6 matches in the Premier League. This achievement helped West Ham get 27 points, only 1 point behind Man Utd.
Man Utd had worse results than West Ham in the last 6 matches. Coach Erik ten Hag and his team won 3, drew 1 and lost 2. The defeat to Bournemouth a round ago caused the Dutch coach’s chair to shake violently.
West Ham Force vs Man Utd
Antonio continues to be absent due to injury but Aguerd and Cornet are ready to return. Other players like Fabianski, Emerson or Paqueta are physically fit to start from the start. West Ham has a force that is considered the strongest at the present time.
Man Utd welcomes Bruno Fernades back after suspension. However, Maguire found it difficult to play because of a thigh injury he suffered in the European Cup. Eriksen has returned to practice but is unlikely to play from the start. Many other players are absent due to long-term injuries such as Tyrell Malacia, Casemiro, Amad Diallo, Mason Mount, Lisandro Martinez. Dalot received 2 yellow cards in the match against Liverpool and was suspended for 1 match.