Manchester United vs West Ham: What time does it start, what TV channel is it on and where can I watch it?
A look ahead to the Premier League clash at Old Trafford
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Slaven Bilic. The West Ham manager is under increasing pressure to produce results following a disappointing start to the season. With the Hammers languishing just one point above the relegation zone, it’s understood that the club’s chiefs are starting to get a little bit tetchy to say the least. A victory at Old Trafford could help silence the doubters and hand the London club a much-needed three points to boost their confidence.
Remember when…
A late Winston Reid goal handed West Ham victory last May? Anthony Martial’s brace put United in charge following Diafra Sakho’s early opener but Bilic’s men fought back and it was Reid who had the last say in the 81st minute to clinch all three points for the Hammers.
Player to watch…
Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Having spent the last few months out in the wilderness, the Armenian returned on Thursday night to torment Feyenoord in the Europa League. It was a distinguished performance as Mkhitaryan showcased what he’s capable of. Should Mourinho hand him a start on Sunday, there’s no doubt that all eyes will be on the 27-year-old to see whether he can recreate his European form in the Premier League.
Past three meetings…
West Ham United 3 (Sakho, Antonio, Red) Manchester United 2 (Martial x2), Premier League, May 2016
West Ham United 1 (Tomkins) Manchester United 2 (Rashford, Fellaini), FA Cup, April 2016
Manchester United 1 (Martial) West Ham United 1 (Payet), FA Cup, March 2016
Predicted line-ups…
Manchester United 4-2-3-1: De Gea; Valencia, Jones, Rojo, Darmian; Carrick, Herrera; Mata, Pogba, Mkhitaryan; Ibrahimovic.
West Ham 3-4-2-1: Randolph; Kouyate, Collins, Ogbonna; Antonio, Obiang, Lanzini, Cresswell; Ayew, Payet; Sakho.
Form guide…
Manchester United: WDWLD
West Ham United: LDLWW
Vital information…
Kick-off: Sunday 27 November, 4.30pm, Old Trafford.
TV: Sunday’s match won’t be televised, highlights on MOTD2, BBC 1.
Keep updated with our live match-day blog:
Odds…
Manchester United win: 4/9
Draw: 7/2
West Ham United win: 13/2
34 MINS
Holebas plays a short corner, then receives the ball back and delivers it into the box. It's a poor ball that goes way too deep towards the back post.
The combination of Watford's powerful aerial threats and Stoke's poor defensive record from set pieces this season - The Hornet's should be doing better from that.
36 MINS
A Watford free kick is delivered into the box that meets Britos but his headed attempt flies over the bar.
39 MINS
Stoke win a free kick after a high foot that accidentally met the face of Diouf. There was no intention there from Holebas, but it's the right decision from the referee.
41 MINS
YELLOW CARD
Holebas is given a yellow card for kicking the ball to waste time.
Diouf then takes down Holebas, who voices his frustration clearly to the referee. He needs to be careful now doing this whilst armed with a warning, as Amrabat got booked for the same offence earlier.
44 MINS
Watford make progress up the field, but a cross from Janmaat is easily cleared by Johnson. The home side have really lacked the final product so far today.
HALF TIME
It's been a somewhat poor half from the home side, who have failed to test the travelling Stoke side. They've sat too deep and allowed Hughes's men to control possession and play their way.
A goal that was nudged in by a hint of luck was fully deserved and rewards Stoke for their performance so far, as they head into the break with a one goal advantage.
The home fans voice their opinion as the Watford side walk down the tunnel to a roaring "BOOOO" from the crowd. Mazzarri has a lot of work to do.
45 MINS
The Hornets kick off.
After Watford fans demanded a response from their side, will they give them what they want this half? We'll see.
There has been no half time substitutions.
47 MINS
Stoke charge forward, as Arnautovic bombs forward with possession and drags the ball back to Walters. But, there's too much pace on the ball and the striker just misses the opportunity to slide in and double his sides tally.
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