Arsenal take on West Ham tonight in an important festive London derby in the Premier League.
While the Gunners nabbed the coveted title of 'top at Christmas' by earning a solid draw away at rivals Liverpool, against the Hammers they can secure first place at the official halfway mark of the campaign.
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David Moyes' West Ham pose a considerable threat while on a run of five wins and a lone defeat in their last seven league games, including a 2-0 victory over Manchester United on Saturday.
It has been a bit tougher on the road but the Hammers often rally their best performances against the big guns.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Arsenal vs West Ham is scheduled for an 8:15pm GMT kick-off tonight on Thursday December 28, 2023.
The match will take place at the Emirates Stadium in north London.
Where to watch Arsenal vs West Ham
TV channel: In the UK, tonight's game will be televised live on Amazon Prime Video.
Live stream: Subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Amazon Prime Video app and website.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings and Malik Ouzia at the Emirates.
Arsenal vs West Ham team news
Mikel Arteta will have to make at least one change with Kai Havertz absent due to suspension.
With the likes of Thomas Partey yet to return from injury, Jorginho, Emile Smith Rowe and Leandro Trossard will all compete to replace Havertz while rotations are possible amid the busy schedule.
Arsenal are still without Fabio Vieira, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Jurrien Timber.
West Ham hope to have Nayef Aguerd back from illness, but Maxwel Cornet is a doubt and Michail Antonio (knee) remains sidelined.
Arsenal vs West Ham prediction
The Gunners have fared well in tight games against strong defences.
Arsenal to win, 1-0.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Mauro Zarate was on the scoresheet for the Hammers' last win away at Arsenal, in August 2015.
Arsenal wins: 72
West Ham wins: 36
Draws: 41
Arsenal vs West Ham match odds
Arsenal to win: 3/10
West Ham to win: 17/2
Draw: 9/2
