West Ham United enter Sunday’s clash under heavy pressure, still searching for their first win under Nuno Espirito Santo. The London side are in deep trouble, sitting 19th in the Premier League table with just four points from nine games and a worrying 20 goals conceded. Their most recent outing — a 3-1 defeat to Leeds — highlighted both defensive instability and a lack of confidence throughout the squad.
The Hammers have now lost seven of their opening nine matches, and another defeat here would mark their worst-ever start to a top-flight season. Santo’s men have been toothless at home and porous at the back, with key injuries compounding their problems.
Confident Newcastle Eye First Away Win
In stark contrast, Eddie Howe’s Newcastle arrive in London riding a wave of momentum. The Magpies have won five of their last six games in all competitions, including a midweek EFL Cup victory over Tottenham. Their defensive organisation has been excellent, conceding just eight goals in nine league matches, while their attack — led by Anthony Gordon and Bruno Guimaraes — is starting to click again.
Newcastle have also been unbeaten in their last six visits to West Ham, and given the form and confidence gap, they look well placed to claim their first Premier League away win of the season.
Prediction: West Ham 0–2 Newcastle
✅ Tip: Newcastle to win
