West Ham XI vs Newcastle United – Predicted lineup and team news
West Ham United face Newcastle United in a crucial Premier League match as they fight to avoid relegation, currently sitting one place below safety. Nuno Espírito Santo's side has struggled offensively in recent away games but has a chance to complete a league double over Newcastle. Almost all players are available except Adama Traoré, with tactical decisions looming over formation and lineup.
- ▪West Ham sit 18th in the Premier League, two points from safety after a 1-0 loss to Arsenal.
- ▪The team has failed to score in their last three away league matches.
- ▪Adama Traoré is the only confirmed absence due to a quadriceps injury.
- ▪Tomás Souček is one goal involvement away from reaching 50 in the Premier League.
- ▪West Ham previously won 3-1 against Newcastle in November and 2-0 at St James' Park last season.
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