The match between West Ham United and Ipswich Town will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the London Stadium in London, England. Kick-off time is 15:00 BST / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT.
2. Current Form of Both Teams
West Ham United has struggled this season, failing to win any of their last five matches in all competitions. On the other hand, Ipswich Town has been difficult to beat, accumulating four draws from six outings.
3. Predicted Lineups
West Ham's predicted lineup includes Edson Alvarez, who is eligible for selection after serving a one-match suspension. The predicted XI for West Ham is: Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Kilman, Mavropanos, Emerson; Alvarez, Soucek; Kudus, Paqueta, Bowen; Antonio.
Ipswich Town's predicted lineup is: Muric; Tuanzebe, O'Shea, Greaves, Davis; Morsy, Phillips; Burns, Hutchinson, J. Clarke; Delap.
4. Team News and Injuries
Niclas Fullkrug remains out for West Ham due to a calf injury sustained during the September international break. For Ipswich Town, Harry Clarke and Nathan Broadhead are both doubts for the game.
5. Past Encounters
The two teams last met competitively over 12 years ago in the EFL Championship, with Ipswich winning 5-1. West Ham leads the overall competitive record between the sides with 27 wins to 21, while there have been 20 draws.
6. Pressure on Julen Lopetegui
Julen Lopetegui is under immense scrutiny after a disappointing start to his reign at West Ham. The team is in dire need of a win to ease the pressure heading into the October international break.
7. Key Players to Watch
For West Ham, Jarrod Bowen and Lucas Paqueta are likely to be key in the final third. For Ipswich Town, Liam Delap will be aiming to continue his impressive form and appears the most likely to score against Alphonse Areola.
8. Importance of the Match
Both sides will be eager to secure a win as the pressure builds heading into the October international break. This match could be crucial in determining the trajectory of both teams' seasons.
9. How to Watch the Match
Fans can watch the match live on various TV channels and streaming services. The kick-off time is 15:00 BST / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT, making it accessible for viewers worldwide.
