West Ham vs Man City LIVE: Premier League latest updates as Erling Haaland scores again
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West Ham United play host to Manchester City in Saturday’s late kick off with the reigning champions eyeing up top spot in the Premier League table. Earlier today, Arsenal and Brighton played out a 1-1 draw following Declan Rice’s sending off and both teams, who had not dropped points in the league this season had to settle for one point each.
The Hammers are hoping to extend their winning run having defeated Crystal Palace 2-0 in their last league outing and Bournemouth 1-0 in the Carabao Cup. They have strengthened during the summer transfer window and new manager Julen Lopetegui will be keen to upset City today.
Pep Guardiola’s men look dangerous though and none more so than Erling Haaland. The Norwegian bagged a hat-trick in a 4-1 mauling of Ipswich and three points in London this evening will keep them at the top of the table.
Follow all the action from the London Stadium as West Ham take on Man City:
West Ham United vs Manchester City
Doku earns another Man City corner, which De Bruyne lofts towards the penalty spot. However, it strikes Bernardo Silva's arm and the referee immediately awards a free-kick to West Ham, who breathe a collective sigh of relief. The pressure is constant.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
Following a corner from the right, Gvardiol's looping header lands softly in the outstreched gloves of Areola, as City's dominance continues.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
Man City have had 68% of the ball so far, but somehow they are level with West Ham midway through this first half. Will they rue shipping such a sloppy equaliser? Still, there's plenty of time left to respond.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
Perhaps frustrated he hadn't put his side 2-0 ahead just before they conceded, De Bruyne lets fly towards the middle of the goal from just inside West Ham's area. Areola was watching it all the way, though, and makes a comfortable save.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
OFF THE POST! In full flight today, De Bruyne strikes the upright! Left in space, he curls a powerful shot straight against the right-hand post - then Grealish flashes the rebound just over!
West Ham United vs Manchester City
It's all City, as West Ham passively defend inside their own half. While it may be difficult to get out, this is just inviting more pressure from the Premier League champions.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
With his fifth goal this season, Haaland (four) has moved one behind Mohamed Salah (five) in the list of opposition players to have scored most Premier League goals at London Stadium. He still looks hungry for more.
West Ham United vs Manchester City
SAVE! First, De Bruyne releases Grealish to shoot from close range, but the latter's shot is deflected behind. Then, De Bruyne gains possession again and tests Areola with a fizzing angled strike from the left side of the area! It takes a great save to deny the Belgian playmaker!
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