"Despite suffering last-gasp heartbreak against Manchester United last week as they eventually had to settle for a 1-1 stalemate in east London, the former Nottingham Forest boss has seen his resurgent squad suffer just a single defeat from any of their previous seven appearances across all competitions. Enjoying what has become by far their most fruitful spell of the 2025/26 campaign, West Ham will be desperate to find a route out of the drop zone."
"Shown an FA Cup red card away at Burton last weekend, academy graduate Freddie Potts will miss out through suspension here. However, ahead of Saturday's showdown in east London, West Ham have no fresh injury concerns to worry about. Completing a Deadline Day loan switch from Chelsea, Axel Diasai should keep his spot at the heart of Santo's defence here. Likewise, recently establishing himself as the Hammers' number once choice, ex-Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen will return between the sticks."
Rayan is predicted to register over 0.5 shots on target, with best odds 7/10 at Luckster. West Ham have regained form under Nuno Espirito Santo, suffering just one defeat in seven matches across all competitions despite a 1-1 draw with Manchester United. Defensive issues persist, with only two Premier League clean sheets recorded so far this season. Freddie Potts will be suspended after an FA Cup red card, while loan signing Axel Diasai is expected to start and Mads Hermansen will return in goal. Bournemouth have bounced back under Andoni Iraola, mounting a comeback at Everton and eyeing a late European push.
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