Manchester City host West Ham in the Premier League this weekend as the champions look to rediscover their form.
Pep Guardiola’s side beat Leicester City last time out to end their winless run, though it’s just two wins in 14 games for the Premier League champions. City sit sixth in the table heading into the weekend, 14 points adrift of leaders Liverpool.
The Citizens face a fight to secure a top-four finish and will hope the visit of West Ham is the next step towards Champions League qualification.
There have been many memorable moments for us against West Ham at home! 💫
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— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 3, 2025
Erling Haaland is aiming to continue a brilliant record against Saturday’s opponents. The Norwegian has scored seven goals in five games against the Hammers, including a hat-trick at the London Stadium in the reverse fixture.
West Ham head to the Etihad reeling from a 5-0 home defeat to Liverpool. The Irons have not beaten Manchester City in the last 18 league meetings between the teams.
Manchester City vs West Ham – Predicted lineup and team news
Manchester City team news
Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Ruben Dias is ‘getting closer’ but is not yet ready to return to the side. The centre-back joins Rodri and Oscar Bobb as confirmed absentees.
John Stones, Matheus Nunes and Ederson all missed the win at Leicester but could return this weekend. Guardiola has also suggested there could be increased minutes for James McAtee after an encouraging cameo from the youngster at the King Power Stadium.
Manchester City predicted lineup
Man City predicted XI: Ortega; Lewis, Akanji, Ake, Gvardiol; Kovacic, Silva, De Bruyne; McAtee, Savinho; Haaland
When is Manchester City vs West Ham?
Manchester City host West Ham in the Premier League on Saturday 4th January 2024. Kick-off at the Etihad is 15:00 GMT.
What TV channel is Manchester City vs West Ham?
Manchester City vs West Ham will not be broadcast live in the United Kingdom.
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