West Ham United and Liverpool will go head to head in the first game of Barclays Premier League this year at Upton Park
Kick-Off: 12:45 BST
Date: Saturday, 2nd January, 2016
Venue: Upton Park, London
Referee: Robert Madley
Possible Lineups:
Team News:
West Ham United
- West Ham striker Carroll could be starting against his former side after a long time.
- Dimitri Payet has returned to full fitness and could be seen on the field. He has been out since November.
- Aaron Cresswell will come back to the left-back role as he has recovered from muscle injury.
- Manuel Lanzini who started last game against Southampton from the bench is likely to start this game.
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- Daniel Sturridge has returned from his injury but is ruled out for this game, according to latest reports.
- Jon Flanagan is still not match fit.
- Jordan Henderson who picked up a minor knock against Sunderland few days ago is expected to be replaced by veteran Lucas Leiva.
- Jordon Ibe could also start as Adam Lallana is likely to be rested.
- Christian Benteke who scored two goals in two games will again start alone upfront.
Stats:
- West Ham have not lost any of their last seven home games in Premier League.
- Liverpool have won three of their last five games against the Hammers in Premier League.
- West Ham have drawn five of their last six Premier League games.
- Goalless draw has not been seen at Upton Park since 1995/1996 season.
Prediction:
West Ham 1 – 2 Liverpool, Christian Benteke to score once again for the away side.
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