Manchester United vs West Ham: What time does it start, what TV channel is it on and where can I watch it?
A look ahead to the Premier League clash at Old Trafford
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It’s a big game for…
Slaven Bilic. The West Ham manager is under increasing pressure to produce results following a disappointing start to the season. With the Hammers languishing just one point above the relegation zone, it’s understood that the club’s chiefs are starting to get a little bit tetchy to say the least. A victory at Old Trafford could help silence the doubters and hand the London club a much-needed three points to boost their confidence.
Remember when…
A late Winston Reid goal handed West Ham victory last May? Anthony Martial’s brace put United in charge following Diafra Sakho’s early opener but Bilic’s men fought back and it was Reid who had the last say in the 81st minute to clinch all three points for the Hammers.
Player to watch…
Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Having spent the last few months out in the wilderness, the Armenian returned on Thursday night to torment Feyenoord in the Europa League. It was a distinguished performance as Mkhitaryan showcased what he’s capable of. Should Mourinho hand him a start on Sunday, there’s no doubt that all eyes will be on the 27-year-old to see whether he can recreate his European form in the Premier League.
Past three meetings…
West Ham United 3 (Sakho, Antonio, Red) Manchester United 2 (Martial x2), Premier League, May 2016
West Ham United 1 (Tomkins) Manchester United 2 (Rashford, Fellaini), FA Cup, April 2016
Manchester United 1 (Martial) West Ham United 1 (Payet), FA Cup, March 2016
Predicted line-ups…
Manchester United 4-2-3-1: De Gea; Valencia, Jones, Rojo, Darmian; Carrick, Herrera; Mata, Pogba, Mkhitaryan; Ibrahimovic.
West Ham 3-4-2-1: Randolph; Kouyate, Collins, Ogbonna; Antonio, Obiang, Lanzini, Cresswell; Ayew, Payet; Sakho.
Form guide…
Manchester United: WDWLD
West Ham United: LDLWW
Vital information…
Kick-off: Sunday 27 November, 4.30pm, Old Trafford.
TV: Sunday’s match won’t be televised, highlights on MOTD2, BBC 1.
Keep updated with our live match-day blog:
Odds…
Manchester United win: 4/9
Draw: 7/2
West Ham United win: 13/2
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The players begin to march out onto the pitch here at Vicarage Road to begin our Super Sunday. Stoke enter the clash five points behind the Hornets - so they've got a task to do to close the gap.
Just minutes until kick off now...
And we're off...
The visitors kick off to begin the fixture. Let's go!
3 MINS
It's a steady start from both sides, as the players begin to find their feet here at Vicarage Road. Stoke appear to be controlling possession so far, as they slowly press up the field with a string of simple passes.
4 MINS
Holebas goes to ground following a clash with Diouf. Mazzarri will be hoping to not have to look to his subs bench this early on.
5 MINS
Holebas receives treatment on the pitch and it looks although he will be fit to play on.
7 MINS
There's a flurry of goalmouth activity here from Stoke. Janmaat delivers a set piece into the box, but an overhead kick from Diouf on the end of it isn't enough to test the keeper. Martins Indi then fires a strike at Gomes, but it's easily dealt with.
10 MINS
It's been a positive start here from Stoke, as they are controlling the speed and tempo of the play so far. They continue to charge towards the final third, but are so far, lacking the final product.
A low, hard crossed ball from Diouf is buried into the box, but it's too fast for Walters.
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