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Arsenal vs West Ham Preview, Prediction and Team News

Arsenal Building Momentum

Arsenal welcome West Ham to the Emirates Stadium with confidence flowing through Mikel Arteta’s side. Since their 1-0 defeat at Anfield in late August, when Dominik Szoboszlai struck late for Liverpool, the Gunners have rediscovered rhythm and resilience.

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Victories over Nottingham Forest, Newcastle and Olympiacos have been added to a Champions League triumph away to Athletic Club. A hard-fought 1-1 draw with Manchester City at home confirmed their capacity to compete with the Premier League’s elite. Arteta’s players then swept aside Port Vale in the League Cup, ensuring progress on all fronts.

The North London club are unbeaten in seven matches since Anfield, their defensive structure tightening and attacking combinations sharpening. The Emirates expects, and so far this autumn, Arsenal have delivered.

West Ham’s Transitional Phase

For West Ham, the mood is more uncertain. Nuno Espirito Santo has replaced Graham Potter after a difficult start that yielded only three points from five games. His first game in charge, a 1-1 draw away at Everton, at least brought encouragement. Michael Keane opened for the hosts before Jarrod Bowen struck on 65 minutes to claim a point.

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The Hammers sit 19th, searching for momentum and a lift in belief. Nuno’s methods will take time to bed in, and results may initially be uneven as players adjust to a new philosophy.

Kick-Off, Venue and Coverage

Arsenal vs West Ham takes place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, with a 3pm BST kick-off. The Emirates Stadium stages the fixture.

The game will not be available to watch live on UK television or via streaming services. Supporters will have to rely on radio coverage and live updates.

Team News and Injury Updates

For Arsenal, there are few surprises on the injury front. Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus continue rehabilitation from knee injuries. Piero Hincapie remains out with a groin issue. Gabriel Magalhães, who suffered a knock against Olympiacos, has been declared “fine” by Arteta.

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West Ham’s manager confirmed a mixed update. George Earthy is ruled out with a hamstring problem, while Jean-Clair Todibo has returned to training and may be available. Aaron Wan-Bissaka has overcome an abdominal injury and should feature at the Emirates.

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Prediction and Tactical Balance

Form points heavily in Arsenal’s favour. They go into this fixture having grown in fluency, with attacking signings meshing effectively and defensive solidity improving. Their resilience at St James’ Park in the win over Newcastle underlined their credentials as serious challengers.

West Ham remain in transition. Nuno’s tactical organisation and ability to stabilise teams will help in time, but this fixture looks too early for a dramatic turnaround. Arsenal’s rhythm and the Emirates atmosphere should be decisive.

Prediction: Arsenal 2-0 West Ham.

Head-to-Head Record

Arsenal wins: 74West Ham wins: 41Draws: 38