Premier League: West Ham vs. Bournemouth Picks — Cherries to Reignite European Hopes? (Apr 5)

West Ham and Bournemouth will both be hoping to bounce back to form in the Premier League this weekend when they collide at the London Stadium.

The Hammers have suffered defeats in two of their last three matches, but a win this Saturday could see them move into 14th place in the league standings.

Bournemouth will also need a victory to reignite their European aspirations after losing three of their last five in the Premier League.

Odds

Hammers Unbeaten in Seven Against Cherries

West Ham have avoided defeat in the last seven Premier League meetings between these sides. However, it could be noteworthy that each of the last three have ended in 1-1 draws.

The Cherries have never kept a clean sheet in their seven EPL trips to West Ham.

West Ham vs. Bournemouth Key Stats

• West Ham have suffered three defeats in their last four at the London Stadium, failing to score in each loss that they have suffered.
• Bournemouth have picked up a club-record 23 points on the road in the Premier League this season.

West Ham Team News

Niclas Fullkrug is back in contention for the Hammers this weekend. However, Michail Antonio remains out until June, and Crysensio Summerville isn’t expected to return until May.

Possible Lineup

A. Areola (GK); A. Wan-Bissaka, M. Kilman, K. Mavropanos, A. Cresswell, L. Paqueta, J. Ward-Prowse, J. Bowen, C. Soler, T. Soucek, E. Ferguson

Bournemouth Team News

Julian Araujo could be involved after returning from a thigh injury. However, Enes Unal and Marcus Tavernier both remain out due to respective injuries.

Possible Lineup

K. Arrizabalaga (GK); A. Smith, I. Zabarnyi, D. Huijsen, M. Kerkez, R. Christie, T. Adams, D. Brooks, J. Kluivert, A. Semenyo, D. Ouattara

West Ham vs. Bournemouth Picks

West Ham have stuttered in front of their home fans in recent weeks, losing three of their last four.

The Cherries will have lofty ambitions between now and the end of the season, and they look like good value to extend their club-record haul of points on the road in 2024-25.