Manchester United vs West Ham United: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Manchester United vs West Ham United

• Date: Thursday, 04 December 2025

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Old Trafford

Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from their recent loss to Everton and build on their victory against Crystal Palace. With a strong attacking lineup featuring Mbeumo, Zirkzee, and Mount, they have the firepower to challenge West Ham's defence. However, they'll need to be wary of West Ham's counter-attacking threat, especially with players like Bowen and Wilson in form.

West Ham, on the other hand, will be eager to recover from their defeat to Liverpool. Their recent wins against Burnley and Newcastle show they can be a tough opponent, particularly at home. The midfield battle between Potts and Casemiro could be crucial, and if West Ham can exploit any gaps in United's defence, they might just pull off a surprise result.

Match Prediction: Manchester United 2-1 West Ham United

Manchester United have had a mixed bag of results recently, with two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five games. Their most recent victory against Crystal Palace away from home will give them a boost of confidence going into this match. However, the loss to Everton at home might still be lingering in their minds, and they'll need to find consistency to secure a positive result against West Ham.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Everton (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Tottenham Hotspur (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
• Win: 4-2 vs Brighton & Hove Albion (H)

West Ham United have also experienced a varied run of form, with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five outings. Their recent loss to Liverpool at home will be a setback, but the wins against Burnley and Newcastle show they can be competitive. They'll need to harness that fighting spirit to challenge a Manchester United side that's looking to regain momentum.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Liverpool (H)

• Draw: 2-2 vs AFC Bournemouth (A)

• Win: 3-2 vs Burnley (H)

• Win: 3-1 vs Newcastle United (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Leeds United (A)

The head-to-head record between Manchester United and West Ham United shows a competitive rivalry, with West Ham winning four of the last five encounters. Manchester United managed a convincing 3-0 victory in February 2024, but West Ham have had the upper hand in recent meetings, including a 2-0 win in May 2025. This suggests that West Ham could pose a significant challenge to Manchester United, despite the latter's home advantage.

Recent Premier League Results

• Manchester United 0-2 West Ham United (11 May 2025)

• West Ham United 2-1 Manchester United (27 Oct 2024)

• Manchester United 3-0 West Ham United (04 Feb 2024)

• West Ham United 2-0 Manchester United (23 Dec 2023)

• West Ham United 1-0 Manchester United (07 May 2023)

• Benjamin Šeško (Knee) - Out

• Harry Maguire (Knock) - Doubt

• Oliver Scarles (Shoulder) - Out

• Lucas Paquetá (Suspended) - Out

• Crysencio Summerville ( Knock) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Lammens (GK), Shaw (DF), de Ligt (DF), Yoro (DF), Casemiro (MF), Dalot (MF), Fernandes (MF), Diallo (MF), Mbeumo (MF), Mount (MF), Zirkzee (AT)

Manchester United are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with de Ligt, Yoro, and Shaw forming a solid defensive trio. The attacking trio of Mount, Zirkzee, and Mbeumo will look to exploit any gaps in West Ham's defence, with Fernandes pulling the strings from midfield.

• Predicted lineup: Areola (GK), Wan-Bissaka (DF), Todibo (DF), Mavropanos (DF), Diouf (DF), Potts (MF), Magassa (MF), Bowen (MF), Ward-Prowse (MF), Fernandes (MF), Wilson (AT)

West Ham United are likely to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Diouf, Mavropanos, Todibo, and Wan-Bissaka providing a robust backline. The midfield duo of Magassa and Potts will be key in controlling the game's tempo, while Bowen, Ward-Prowse and Fernandes will provide support for Wilson up front.

• Bryan Mbeumo vs Jean-Clair Todibo: Mbeumo's pace and movement will test Todibo's defensive awareness.

• Amad Diallo vs Mateus Fernandes: Diallo's energy and pressing will be crucial against Fernandes' creative play.

• Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United): Fernandes is the creative hub for Manchester United, dictating play and providing key passes.

• Freddie Potts (West Ham United): Potts' versatility and work rate in midfield will be vital for West Ham's performance.

Fans in the UK are able to watch Manchester United vs West Ham United on Sky Sports Ultra HDR, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Main Event at 20:00 GMT on Thursday, 04 December 2025

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