Arsenal vs West Ham Prediction: Lineups, Odds and Stats

*Odds are subject to change.

EPL game round 7 features Arsenal at home to London rivals West Ham. The Emirates Stadium hosts its third league fixture this season.

The action starts at 3:00 pm on Saturday, 4th October 2025. Match official John Brooks will take the referee’s whistle.

Arsenal vs West Ham Prediction

The stats and form suggest an Arsenal win. Though I prefer to back Arsenal -1 handicap at 1.67 (William Hill). They are capable of high-scoring performances. I can imagine West Ham in defensive mode, struggling to contain Arsenal’s slick play.

This weekend’s second pick is Both Teams To Score “No” at 1.67 (William Hill). Arsenal should secure a comfortable win. West Ham could struggle to score against Arsenal’s formidable defence.

Arsenal Latest News & Analysis

After a tough run of opening fixtures, Arsenal go into this match 2nd in the EPL table. Recent matches have highlighted the team’s mental strength. In the last two weeks, they rescued a late point at home to Man City. Followed by two 80+ minute goals to defeat Newcastle away. These performances, combined with recent home wins over Nottingham Forest (3-0) and Leeds (5-0), show a winning mentality.

With just 1 defeat in 8 games in all competitions, Arsenal are now unbeaten in 4 league matches. In 6 EPL matches in 2025-26, they’ve scored 12 (average 2 per game) and only conceded 3 (0.5 per game). Their attacking variety is excellent, with 8 different players scoring those 12. And it’s worth noting that 7 goals came from set-piece routines.

The Gunners have three serious knee injuries. Gabriel Jesus is out until at least December. But Kai Havertz and Noni Madueke could come back in November. Piero Hincapie (groin) is still doubtful after missing the Olympiakos Champions League game.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has no suspensions for this weekend’s fixture.

Player in Focus

Viktor Gyokeres – The number 14 has started his Arsenal career with 3 goals in 6 league starts. He provides a much-needed focal point for the team’s attacks. You can back Gyokeres for Anytime Goalscorer at 1.91 (Betway). Or a riskier play on First Goalscorer at 4.33.

West Ham Analysis

The arrival of new head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has boosted West Ham’s hopes. Yet, from 6 league games, The Hammers are in a lowly 19th place on 4 points. Their EPL record reads 1 win, 1 draw, and 4 losses. With 6 goals for and 14 against. In the last 5 EPL games, they’ve scored 6 goals (1.2 average) versus 11 (2.2 average) conceded.

In Santo’s first match, West Ham drew 1-1 at Everton last Monday. Breaking a run of successive home defeats to Crystal Palace (2-1) and Tottenham (3-0).

However, Arsenal’s set-piece strength could trouble The Hammers’ defence. West Ham have conceded 7 goals from corner kicks in 2025-26 EPL action.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka (stomach) is West Ham’s only injury issue. Tomas Soucek continues a 3-game ban after his 13 September dismissal against Tottenham.

Player in Focus

Lucas Paqueta – West Ham’s Brazil international has hit 3 goals from 6 league games this term. He’ll be looking to continue that form and impress his new boss. Even if Paqueta may not score against Arsenal’s mean defence, he’s 1.44 (Coral) for over 0.5 shots on target.

Arsenal vs West Ham Predicted Lineups

Arsenal (4-3-3): David Raya – Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Riccardo Calafiori – Martin Odegaard, Martin Zubimendi, Declan Rice – Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Viktor Gyokeres

West Ham (4-2-3-1): Alphonse Areola – Kyle Walker-Peters, Maximilian Kilman, Konstantinos Mavropanos, El Hadji Malick Diouf – Mateus Fernandes, Soungoutou Magassa – Crysencio Sumerville, Lucas Paqueta, Jarrod Bowen – Niclas Fullkrug

Arsenal vs West Ham Head to Head

West Ham have won 3 of the last 5 games against Arsenal, but conceded 12 goals in the process. These last 5 matches featured 20 goals, with over 2.5 goals 3 times.

What Channel is Arsenal vs West Ham on?

The 3pm blackout rule means this match is not broadcast live in the UK. But Sky Sports mobile app will show the action once the game ends. Or BBC iPlayer has highlights later on Saturday.

Arsenal will dominate West Ham for a commanding win

Back The Gunners to snatch 3 points and maintain their title charge. The team is in good shape, while The Hammers are still looking for their best play, this time under the management of the new coach.