As Newcastle United gears up to face West Ham United in an important Premier League clash, the stakes couldn’t be higher for both teams. This matchup is crucial for Newcastle, especially after their previous loss to West Ham last season.
Match History
Last season, Newcastle experienced a disappointing 2-0 defeat at the hands of West Ham. Historically, Newcastle has managed to avoid consecutive home league losses against West Ham since the late 1990s. The last stretch of losses occurred between February and October in 1998. Currently, West Ham aims to achieve a rare double over Newcastle, having previously done so in the 1998-99 and 2018-19 seasons.
Current Form
Newcastle has struggled defensively lately. The team has only managed one clean sheet in their last 14 Premier League matches. Their lone clean sheet came during a victory against Chelsea in March. Furthermore, Newcastle has dropped 27 points from winning positions this season, the highest in the league. Conversely, they have only garnered three points from trailing scenarios—also the worst record in the Premier League.
West Ham’s Struggles
West Ham enters this match following two consecutive Premier League losses, including a 3-0 defeat to Brentford and a 1-0 loss to Arsenal. Last February, they faced a slump, suffering three defeats in a row without scoring. The team has also struggled on the road, failing to find the back of the net in their last three away matches. Their last occurrence of four successive scoreless outings dates back to April 2015, which included another match against Newcastle.
Key Player Stats
- Callum Wilson: Scored two goals for West Ham against Bournemouth earlier this season.
- Tomás Soucek: Leads West Ham with five goals against Newcastle, aiming for his 50th Premier League involvement (41 goals, 8 assists).
- Harvey Barnes: Contributed to 21 goals this season for Newcastle (16 goals, 5 assists), marking his best performance in English football.
Through their previous stats and current form, both teams are set for an intense matchup filled with potential opportunities. Newcastle looks to regain their footing at home, while West Ham aims to overcome their recent struggles and secure a crucial away win.
