West Ham United vs Arsenal Prediction, Lineups & Best Bets (Premier League GW36)
West Ham United host Arsenal on Sunday at London Stadium in a pivotal Premier League Gameweek 36 London derby, with major implications at both ends of the table.
West Ham are battling to avoid relegation, sitting one point behind 17th-place Tottenham, while Arsenal need eight points from their remaining matches to secure their first Premier League title in 21 years.
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This preview covers predicted lineups, injury news, head-to-head history, betting odds and a score prediction for Sunday's Premier League showdown.
Premier League Player News & Updates
When & Where to Watch (USA/UK)
Sunday, May 9 at 11:30 a.m. ET/4:30 p.m. local
US Coverage:
- TV Channels: USA Network
- Streaming: Peacock
UK Coverage:
- TV Channels: Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event
- Streaming: NOW (via Sky Sports day/month pass)
- Radio: BBC Radio 5 Live.
West Ham United vs Arsenal Head-to-Head Record
West Ham United and Arsenal have met on 154 occasions, dating back to 1906 when Arsenal , then known as Woolwich Arsenal, hosted a 1-1 FA Cup 1st Round draw at Manor Ground in Plumstead.
The Gunners earned a 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture and lead the all-time series, winning 75 times and drawing on 41 occasions.
Fixture Trivia
Question: In 10 career Premier League appearances (10 starts) for West Ham United, how many goal contributions did Declan Rice generate versus Arsenal?
Gameweek 35 Trivia: Across 33 appearances for Manchester United versus Liverpool, how many goal contributions did Michael Carrick provide?
Zero.
West Ham United vs Arsenal Odds & Prediction
Arsenal enter this matchup as heavy visiting favorites in a matchup of opposite ends of the table.
Premier League Odds Comparisons
Moneyline Odds
DraftKings: West Ham United +425, Draw +330, Arsenal -170
FanDuel: West Ham United +440, Draw +320, Arsenal -185
BetMGM: West Ham United +425, Draw +300, Arsenal -160
Bet365: West Ham United +425, Draw +310, Arsenal -167
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West Ham United vs Arsenal Recent Form
West Ham United (LWDWL) have taken seven points from their last five Premier League fixtures in an effort to stave off relegation. Across the five-match stretch, the Hammers have failed to score in three fixtures.
Arsenal (WWDWL) secured their place in the 2026 Champions League final via a midweek 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid (2-1 aggregate). The Gunners have kept a clean sheet in three of their last five league clashes.
Tactical Analysis & Formations
West Ham United most often deploy a 4-4-1-1 system under manager Nuno Espirito Santo. When defending deep in their own half, look for the Hammers to drop into a five-man backline. Once possession is won, look for West Ham to quickly transition into attack through quick passes into the wide areas to their fleet footed full-backs and wingers.
Arsenal continue to deploy their high-possession system, built around midfield control and sustained possession. Expect manager Mikel Arteta to use a base 4-2-3-1 formation, giving his team the ability to control the ball and push forward in front of goalkeeper David Raya.
West Ham United vs Arsenal Lineups & Injury News
Premier League Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
West Ham United Injury News & Lineup Notes
For a squad mired in the relegation battle with just three fixtures remaining, West Ham are miraculously at full health as they prepare for Sunday's critical clash.
Arsenal Injury News & Lineup Notes
Mikel Arteta is also pleased to find the Arsenal squad at near full health.
Sunday's fixture will come too soon for Jurrien Timber (ankle) who has missed nearly two months and has yet to resume training. Mikel Merino (foot) has also been ruled out by the manager, though the attacking-midfielder could return before the conclusion of the campaign.
Key Matchups
Viktor Gyokeres versus Axel Disasi and Konstantinos Mavropanos
Gyokeres' physical nature allows him to seal-off defenders and create space in and around the goalmouth, giving the Arsenal attack a focal point as they break down deep-lying defenses. Across his last five Premier League appearances (two starts), the physical forward has scored four goals from 10 shots (six on goal).
Opposing the Arsenal No. 9, Santo is likely to deploy the imposing duo Disasi and Mavropanos who measure 6'3" and 6'4" respectively. The Hammers will likely depend upon the central defenders to both clear their lines and pick key passes to alleviate pressure following long spells of defending.
Crysencio Summerville versus Cristhian Mosquera
With West Ham expected to play smash-and-grab home football in a London Derby, the ability of their wide attackers to outpace the Arsenal defense will be critical. With Jurrien Timber (ankle) still on the sidelines, Arteta is likely to be forced to deploy Mosquera or Myles Lewis-Skelly at right full-back.
Arsenal's ability to pin Summerville deep in his own half for the majority of the 90 minutes Sunday is likely to have an outsized impact on whether West Ham are able to keep the fixture in the balance as it fades to the waning stages. Across his last five Premier League appearances (five starts), Summerville has scored once and created eight chances from 11 shots (one on goal) and 19 crosses (four accurate).
Man of the Match
Bukayo Saka exudes the persistent Arsenal spirit that has brought the Gunners to the precipice of both Premier League and Champions League glory. The Arsenal academy product netted the decisive goal in the midweek Champions League Semifinal win over Atletico Madrid and scored in their most recent 3-0 league win over Fulham.
Given his importance in the Arsenal squad, expect Saka to play a critical role in Arteta's selection as the Gunners seek to claim a double. As he did in the reverse fixture, I back Saka to score at least once Sunday from multiple attempts at goal.
West Ham United vs Arsenal Prediction
Arsenal's attacking quality should prove too much for a West Ham side battling near the bottom of the table.
West Ham United 1 - Arsenal 4
UPCOMING FIXTURES
West Ham United: May 17 at Newcastle
Arsenal: May 18 vs Burnley
