West Ham United face a crucial London derby against Crystal Palace on Saturday, with manager Graham Potter under intense pressure to secure a first home win of the season.
The fixture pits two clubs in contrasting form against each other. The Hammers are in the bottom three with the league’s worst defensive record, while Palace are one of only three unbeaten teams. Furthermore, the Eagles boast an excellent record at the London Stadium, where they are unbeaten in their last six visits.
West Ham United vs Crystal Palace – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Saturday, 20 September 2025
- Kick-off: 3:00 pm BST
- Venue: London Stadium, London
- Last Meeting: West Ham 0-2 Crystal Palace, January 18, 2025, Premier League
Team News
West Ham United
Graham Potter is facing a selection crisis. Key midfielder Tomáš Souček is suspended for three matches, while his attacking options are limited by injuries to Niclas Füllkrug, Luis Guilherme, and George Earthy. Crysencio Summerville, however, is fit and could provide some much-needed creativity.
Crystal Palace
Oliver Glasner is managing a lengthy injury list, with Ismaïla Sarr and Eddie Nketiah still doubtful. Midfielder Adam Wharton also faces a late fitness test. Jefferson Lerma is expected to return to the starting lineup after being rested for the midweek Carabao Cup victory over Millwall.
Form
West Ham United
The Hammers have endured a dreadful start, losing four of their first five competitive matches. Their home form is particularly alarming. They are winless in their last seven Premier League games at the London Stadium and have the worst defensive record in the division overall, having conceded 11 goals in four games.
Crystal Palace
The Eagles are unbeaten this season, a run built on an exemplary defensive record that has seen them concede just one Premier League goal. However, they have struggled to turn draws into wins, with only one victory in their last six league matches. Their away form in London derbies has been excellent, with four clean sheets in their last five.
Predicted Lineups
West Ham United predicted XI: Hermansen; Walker-Peters, Mavropanos, Kilman, Diouf; Magassa, Ward-Prowse, Bowen, Fernandes, Summerville; Paqueta
Crystal Palace predicted XI: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Hughes, Lerma, Mitchell; Pino, Kamada, Mateta
How to watch West Ham United vs Crystal Palace?
The match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the 3:00 pm blackout.
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