West Ham – Newcastle : Preview & Prediction
West Ham, 5th, is in the fight with Manchester United, 4th at 2 points, and with Arsenal, 6th at 2 points, for obtaining a qualifying place (4th) for the next Champions League. The Hammers have recovered well after their 2 consecutive defeats against Leeds United (2-3) and Manchester United (1-0) at the end of January since the latter have remained undefeated for 3 games. Qualified for the 1/8th finals of the FA Cup after eliminating Kidderminster (2-1 ap), the London club has just taken 4 points against Watford (1-0) and Leicester City (2-2) over the weekend. end last. West Ham will have to be wary of Newcastle’s comeback even if the first leg was easily won by the formation of David Moyes (4-2). The Magpies are in a very clear revival of form and they have come out of the relegation zone thanks to 9 points gleaned over the last 3 days. Now 17th in the standings, Newcastle are 4 points ahead of Norwich City, the first to relegate, but could suffer a setback at the Olympic Stadium. The teammates of Saint-Maximin (5 goals) have not lost for 5 days in the Premier League and therefore remain on 3 wins in a row at Leeds (1-0), against Everton (3-1) and against Aston Villa ( 1-0) on February 13. This move is a big chunk for Howe’s players.
West Ham won 4-2 at Newcastle in the first leg.
The Hammers have not lost for 3 games (2 wins and 1 draw), FA Cup and Premier League combined.
Newcastle is on a good track with 3 wins in as many games.
Newcastle is 17th and first not eligible for relegation.
West Ham, 5th, is in the fight for a place in the Big Four and a qualification for the next Champions League.
Despite their 11 points taken in the last 5 days, Newcastle could be slowed down in their progress at the Olympic Stadium against the Hammers who have the possibility of climbing into the Big Four this weekend.
West Ham – Newcastle : Betting Tips
West Ham – Win Odds: 1.45
