West Ham United host Fulham on Saturday afternoon in desperate need of points.
Nuno Espírito Santo’s side are currently in the relegation zone (18th) and winless in their last six games. Another defeat would compound a miserable end to 2025, a year in which they have lost 10 home league matches.
However, the Hammers have history on their side in this fixture. They have lost just one of their last 14 home games against Fulham. Nuno will hope this psychological advantage can spark a turnaround and help his team climb out of the bottom three.
West Ham United team news
Nuno Espírito Santo is navigating a difficult period with international absences and injuries. Aaron Wan-Bissaka and El Hadji Malick Diouf are away at the Africa Cup of Nations. Consequently, Kyle Walker-Peters is expected to continue at right-back.
In defence, Oliver Scarles is a major doubt after his injury against Man City.
Therefore, Marc Julio could step into the backline alongside Max Kilman and Jean-Clair Todibo. Up front, Jarrod Bowen will lead the attack. Despite the team’s struggles, he has been a consistent scorer at home and will be key to unlocking the Fulham defence. Lucas Paquetá and Crysencio Summerville are expected to provide support from the wings.
West Ham United predicted Lineup
West Ham United predicted XI: Areola; Walker-Peters, Kilman, Todibo, Julio; Potts, Fernandes, Magassa; Paquetá, Bowen, Summerville
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the London Stadium on Saturday, 27 December 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 3:00 pm GMT.
How to watch West Ham vs Fulham?
This match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the Saturday 3:00 pm blackout. Highlights will be available on the BBC’s Match of the Day.
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