West Ham United travel to Molineux this Saturday while they seek to end a damaging eight-match winless streak.
Manager Nuno Espírito Santo returns to his former club with the Hammers sitting dangerously close to the relegation zone. Consequently, this “six-pointer” against the bottom-placed side represents a must-win fixture for the visitors. Nuno wants to improve a defence that has conceded a league-high number of goals from corner situations. Therefore, the manager will likely emphasise defensive discipline during training this week.
West Ham Team News
Nuno Espírito Santo must manage a late fitness check for centre-half Jean-Clair Todibo. The defender is currently struggling with a groin injury sustained in the draw with Brighton. If he cannot feature, Max Kilman will start against his former club. Additionally, Igor Julio returns to the matchday squad after he was unable to face parent club Brighton last time out. However, the Hammers remain without Aaron Wan-Bissaka and El Hadji Malick Diouf. Both players are currently away on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations.
The midfield will likely consist of Mahamadou Magassa and Freddie Potts to provide stability. Jarrod Bowen remains the primary goal threat for West Ham with six goals already this season. Furthermore, Bowen has scored more Premier League goals against Wolves than any other opponent. Lucas Paqueta and Bruno Fernandes will provide creative support for striker Callum Wilson. While the visitors have struggled for clean sheets, they have been more clinical than Wolves in front of goal. Nuno hopes his personal unbeaten record against Wolves will continue this weekend.
West Ham Predicted Lineup
West Ham United predicted XI: Areola; Walker-Peters, Mavropanos, Kilman, Scarles; Magassa, Potts; Bowen, Fernandes, Paquetá; Wilson
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at Molineux on Saturday, 3 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 GMT.
How to watch Wolves vs West Ham?
The match will not be broadcast live in the UK due to the Saturday 15:00 blackout rule. Highlights will be available on BBC’s Match of the Day at 22:30 GMT.
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