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Where to watch Premier League clash between West Ham and Arsenal – including team news, kick-off time, TV and live stream details.

Arsenal will make a trip to London Stadium to take on West Hamin a much-anticipated Premier League clash on Sunday.

📺 Watch West Ham vs Arsenal live on Sling TV in the US!

The hosts have won just two of their last 29 Premier League games against Arsenal (D5 L22), winning 2-0 away in August 2015 and 1-0 at home in January 2019.

The Gunners have also won eight Premier League games against West Ham after conceding the first goal, including a 3-1 victory in the reverse fixture at the Emirates in December.

Moreover, they have won all five of their away London derbies in the Premier League this season, by an aggregate score of 11-0. Only twice before have they won six consecutive league derbies on the road, doing so in February 1989 and March 2014.

With two victories in their last two games, the Hammers have got some breathing space in a tight relegation race as they now find themselves in the 14th spot with 30 points from 29 matches. And if they can stage an upset they can further climb two places, provided other results go their way.

GOAL tells you all you need to know about the match including TV, streaming details, team news, squads and kick-off times.

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  Kick-off time

  Match:	West Ham vs Arsenal
  Date:	April 16, 2023
  Kick-off time:	10:00 am EDT
  Venue:	London Stadium

  The Premier League match between West Ham and Arsenal will be played at London Stadium on Sunday, April 16.

  The game is scheduled to kick off at 10:00 pm EDT.

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  How to watch West Ham vs Arsenal online – TV channels & live streams

  Country	TV Channel	Live stream
  US	USA Network, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, Telemundo	Sling TV, Fubo

  Viewers in the US can watch the game on USA Network, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, and Telemundo and stream live on Sling TV & Fubo.

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  Team news & squads

  West Ham team news & squad

  Barring, Gianluca Scamacca, everyone is available for West Ham. Tomas Soucek, Kurt Zouma, Michail Antonio and Lucas Paqueta are all back in the fray to help the Hammers stop the league leaders.

  Star player Declan Rice will have the armband against the Gunners who have been linked with the midfielder for a potential transfer.

  Position	Players
  Goalkeepers:	Areola, Fabianski.
  Defenders:	Aguerd, Zouma, Kehrer, Ogbonna, Emerson, Cresswell, Johnson, Coufal.
  Midfielders:	Rice, Soucek, Downes, Paqueta, Fornals, Lanzini.
  Forwards:	Benrahma, Cornet, Bowen, Ings, Antonio.

  Arsenal team news & squad

  Mikel Arteta has ruled out William Saliba along with Takehiro Tomiyasu and Mohamed Elneny.

  However, they will be boosted with the return of Eddie Nketiah as he has recovered from his ankle injury.

  Position	Players
  Goalkeepers	Ramsdale, Turner.
  Defenders	Gabriel, Kiwior, Holding, Zinchenko, White, Tierney.
  Midfielders	Jorginho, Xhaka, Smith Rowe, Vieira, Partey, Odegaard.
  Forwards	Martinelli, Trossard, Saka, Nelson, Jesus, Nketiah.

  Head-to-head record

  Date	Result	Competition
  27/12/2022	Arsenal 3-1 West Ham	Premier League
  1/05/2022	West Ham 1-2 Arsenal	Premier League
  16/12/2021	Arsenal 2-0 West Ham	Premier League
  21/03/2021	West Ham 3-3 Arsenal	Premier League
  20/09/2020	Arsenal 2-1 West Ham	Premier League

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Eddie Howe is refusing to commit to Celtic, and there has been a further update regarding Crystal Palace’s pursuit of the former Bournemouth manager.

The 43-year-old spoke with Palace earlier this month and is on a three-man shortlist alongside Sean Dyche and Frank Lampard to take over from Roy Hodgson at Selhurst Park.

A fresh report from Give Me Sport has claimed that Howe’s representatives have convinced him he can still get a job in the Premier League this summer, with agents now involved. He reached a verbal agreement with Celtic but has since had second thoughts on a move to Glasgow.

Brighton are also thought to be keeping tabs on the former Cherries boss, who has been out of work since August.

Transfer Tavern take

Hodgson’s deal is up at the end of the season, and to us, it feels as if his days at Palace are numbered.

Out of the three linked, we feel that Howe is one of the more exciting options. Steve Parish thinks Howe has a lot to offer and wants to change the mindset of the dressing room and play more a more expansive style, something he feels Howe can achieve.

With up to 12 first team players also out of contract in the summer, a Palace overhaul appears to be on the cards.

Howe successfully rebuilt Bournemouth by taking them from League Two to the Premier League in the space of six seasons, and he could well leave a similarly strong dynasty if he takes over in Croydon.

In other news: Many CPFC fans react to key update in Palace’s pursuit of Championship ace, find out more here. 

Considered by many as the greatest player of all time, here are 70 things you may not know about the Brazil icon

Pele is considered one of the greatest football players of all time. He was born on October 23, 1940, in Brazil, and grew up playing football on the streets barefoot.

He made his professional debut for Santos FC at the age of 15 in 1956 and played for the team for almost 20 years.

Pele was part of the Brazilian national team that won the World Cup in 1958, 1962, and 1970, and he scored a total of 77 goals in 92 international appearances.

In addition to his success on the field, Pele is also known for his philanthropic work. He established the Pele Foundation in 1993 to support social projects in Brazil and around the world.

He has also worked with organizations like UNICEF and FIFA to promote sports and education for underprivileged children.

Pele retired from professional football in 1977, but his impact on the sport continues to be felt. He is still considered a legend in Brazil and around the world and is often cited as an inspiration by current players.

Pele's influence on football and his commitment to social causes makes him a true icon of the sport.

The legendary footballer sadly passed away at the age of 82 on December 29 after prolonged illness.

• 1283 goals

  Pele scored a total of 1,283 first-class goals, including 77 for Brazil.

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  Trophies won

  He won three World Cups, two World Club Championships and nine Sao Paulo State Championships.

• Named after Thomas Edison

  Pele was named after American inventor Thomas Edison, his real name being Edson Arantes do Nascimento.

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  Professional debut

  Pele was signed by Santos when he was 15. He scored four goals on his league debut in a match against FC Corinthians on September 7, 1956.

According to information courtesy of Daily Mail correspondents Jack Gaughan and Matt Hughes, via City Xtra, Manchester City star Raheem Sterling is setting up his own football agency and will conduct his own Sky Blue contract negotiations with legal advice.

Sterling, who was Pep Guardiola’s top scorer in all competitions last season with 31 goals (Transfermarkt), has been the subject of speculation linking him with a new and improved deal at the Etihad Stadium.

Providing the latest update, journalists Gaughan and Hughes claimed that the Englishman will look for improved terms on his current £300,000-per-week contract and is now setting up his own football agency, meaning he will conduct his own negotiations with legal help, per City Xtra.

This could mean that Sterling looks set to be without the traditional football agent for his talks as he takes charge of his own affairs – an interesting move given the debatable stigma which surrounds representatives like Mino Raiola, for example.

Amid the 26-year-old’s bad run of form, with his latest outing against Leeds United attracting some criticism, this move by Sterling has still been praised by many City supporters on social media.

Some fans also believe he deserves a new deal, which is understandable considering he is still yet to hit his prime and has bagged an incredible 113 goals and 86 assists in all competitions since signing in 2015 (Transfermarkt).

While the vast majority of supporters praised this development, with one labelling it ‘brilliant’, there was also some who called it ‘ridiculous’ given Sterling’s current form – he is without a goal in his last seven appearances.

Find some of the supporters’ verdicts below.

Man City fans flock to Sterling contract claim

“Give Sterling whatever he wants”

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“Sterling making big moves”

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“Very Deserved”

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“Love this. Says something about the way contract negotiations are handled at City these days”

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“Brilliant stuff”

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“City players love it so much at City they don’t use agents.

We are many levels above the rest”

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“Sterling is a club legend by now tbf”

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“This is just ridiculous , a player on this amount shouldn’t be disappearing when we need him most , man has been scamming City”

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In other news: Man City fans weren’t impressed with his ace’s performance, find out more here.

The Gunners produced a first half masterclass to restore their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League

A scintillating first half display saw Arsenal blow Fulham away at Craven Cottage to restore their five-point advantage at the top of the Premier League.

Goals from Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Odegaard sealed a comfortable 3-0 success for Mikel Arteta's side, who welcomed back Gabriel Jesus in the second half following three months on the sidelines with a knee injury.

It was a dominant display from the league leaders, who responded defiantly to Manchester City's win at Crystal Palace on Saturday night.

GOAL rates Arsenal's players from Craven Cottage…

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  Goalkeeper & Defence

  Aaron Ramsdale (7/10):

  Couple of nervy moments with the ball at his feet, but solid other than that. One great second half save.

  Ben White (7/10):

  As consistent as always.

  William Saliba (8/10):

  Superb. Dealt so well with the threat of Mitrovic expertly.

  Gabriel Magalhaes (8/10):

  Opened the scoring and cruised through the game with class.

  Oleksandr Zinchenko (7/10):

  His clever movement caused Fulham problems.

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  Midfield

  Thomas Partey (8/10):

  Dominated the midfield. Exceptional, especially in the first half

  Granit Xhaka (7/10):

  Should have finished off a wonderful first half move.

  Martin Odegaard (8/10):

  Another goal from the captain. Impressive.

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  Attack

  Bukayo Saka (6/10):

  Not at his best. Looked a bit tired.

  Leandro Trossard (9/10):

  Hat-trick of assists. Fulham couldn't get near him.

  Gabriel Martinelli (8/10):

  Really lively, on the scoresheet again.

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  Subs & Manager

  Kieran Tierney (6/10):

  Good to see him back after illness. Solid.

  Reiss Nelson (6/10):

  Should have done better after being set up by Jesus.

  Gabriel Jesus (6/10):

  Got the biggest cheer of the day when he came on. Should have marked his return with a goal, but Leno saved.

  Fabio Vieira (6/10):

  Excellent play to set up a chance for Jesus.

  Takehiro Tomiyasu (N/A):

  Introduced late on.

  Mikel Arteta (7/10):

  Perfect day for him. Three goals, clean sheet and Jesus returns.

Barry Fry has lauded the job done by Chris Wilder at Sheffield United prior to his exit from the club in an exclusive interview with Football FanCast.

The manager left the Blades at the start of March after a horror run of results that has seen the club rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table.

They can still mathematically stay up but the club have won just four of their 29 games, taking 14 points, and they are 14 points behind Newcastle United.

They need a genuine miracle to stay up but Fry thinks that Wilder deserves an immense amount of credit for the work that he did during his time as manager.

Appointed in 2016 after the club finished 11th in League One, he won the league the following season, and then finished 10th in 2017/18 in the Championship. Promotion followed in 2018/19, with the club then finishing ninth last term before this disastrous campaign.

And Fry has waxed lyrical about the job he managed to do during his time at Bramall Lane.

Speaking exclusively to FFC, he said: “Chris Wilder is Sheffield United through and through, as a player, as a supporter. He loves the club dearly.

“He’s worked miracles at that club over the years, he got them up in the Premier League on players that he got from League Two, League One.

“He took them up there, he not only took them up there, they survived.”

Wilder also thinks that Sheffield United have struggled this season due to a number of injury issues, from which the club failed to recover.

He added: “He has struggled since day one this year. Every year Sheffield United are odds-on favourites to go down anyway. I think what’s happened this year is, he had horrendous injuries to begin with and he never ever recovered.”

A win at Molineux will send the Gunners into the World Cup break sitting top of the Premier League

Arsenal play their final game before the World Cup break on Saturday night when they visit Wolves in the Premier League.

It’s another huge game for Mikel Arteta’s table-toppers, who were knocked out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night following a 3-1 defeat by Brighton.

So how are things shaping up at Arsenal ahead of the clash at Wolves? GOAL takes a look.

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  Arsenal team news

  The Gunners go into Saturday’s trip to Molineux in good shape, with Takehiro Tomiyasu the only major doubt.

  The right-back limped off during the recent Europa League win over FC Zurich due to a ‘muscular problem’ and hasn’t featured since.

  He is being assessed ahead of the clash with Wolves, but with the World Cup looming large, it’s unlikely Arsenal will take any risk with the Japan international.

  Mikel Arteta made 10 changes in midweek for the Carabao Cup defeat against Brighton, with all the rested players expected to come back into the starting XI at Molineux.

  Long-term absentee Emile Smith Rowe (groin) remains sidelined.

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  Talking point

  If Arsenal win on Saturday night it will send them into the World Cup break sitting top of the Premier League.

  Victory will guarantee them at least a two-point lead over Manchester City after the opening 14 games of the campaign.

  This is already the best start to a league season in the club’s history and another three points will only add to the optimism that is sweeping through north London.

  Whether they can continue to set the pace with Manchester City when the Premier League returns after the World Cup remains to be seen.

  But whatever happens, Arteta’s side have given themselves a huge opportunity to go on and finally secure a route back into the Champions League over the second half of the season.

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  Key man

  Gabriel Jesus: It’s been 10 games in all competitions since Jesus last scored a goal for Arsenal.

  He was close to ending that run last weekend at Chelsea on more than one occasion, but was left frustrated as the chances passed him by.

  But his superb performance was still vital in Arsenal securing the victory at Stamford Bridge and Arteta will not be bothered if the Brazilian fails to find the target again, providing he produces a similar display to the one in west London.

  Even without the goals, Jesus is crucial to Arsenal’s success. He was at Chelsea and he will be again at Wolves.

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  What has Saliba said?

  Speaking ahead of the game, Arsenal defender William Saliba was asked about the importance of going into the World Cup break at the top of the Premier League.

  “[It’s important] Because we have just one game left,” he said. “Some players can go on holidays well and we [players selected for their national teams] can go to the World Cup with a good mentality.

  “I have to be focused on the last game with Arsenal. To push to win and then after this game I will focus 100 per cent with the national team.”

The Buccaneers eased into the Caf Confederation Cup quarter-finals after claiming a 2-0 win over the Algerian outfit on Sunday night.

GOAL runs the rule over the individual performances of the Bucs players following the Group B clash.

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  Richard Ofori – 7/10

  Produced a solid display – dominating his area.

  Ofori pulled off several important saves including a fantastic stop denying Aimen Lahmeri in the first-half and another fine save to deny Ismail Saadi in the dying minutes of the game.

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  Paseka Mako – 8/10

  Produced one of his best displays as a Bucs player.

  Most of Bucs' attacks were launched through Mako's left flank and he linked up with Deon Hotto to a deadly effect. Mako also did a great job man-marking Oussama Bellatreche.

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  Ntsikelelo Nyauza – 8/10

  Deployed as a right-back and he put in a good performance.

  Nyauza played well defensively – making vital interceptions and clearances. The bulky defender didn't offer much going forward, but he broke the deadlock when he headed home Deon Hotto's set-piece.

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  Olisa Ndah – 7/10

  The ever-reliable Nigerian was in good form once again.

  Ndah went about his business as usual – dominating his aerial duels and making crucial interceptions while playing some accurate passes into midfield.

Goal rounds up details of all the Premier League shirt sponsors for the 2018-19 season

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  Arsenal – Fly Emirates

  Dubai-based airline Emirates has adorned Arsenal's shirts since 2006, when they also agreed a naming rights deal with the Gunners for their new stadium at Ashburton Grove.

  The agreement has since been extended twice, with the latest deal signed earlier this year understood to be worth more than £200 million ($257.6m) over the course of five years through to the end of the 2023-24 season.

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  Bournemouth – M88

  The Cherries have been sponsored by Asian online gaming company M88 since 2017. The deal, worth £8 million ($10.2m), expires at the end of this season.

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  Brighton – American Express

  Financial services company American Express has sponsored Brighton since 2013 with the deal said to be worth £1.5 million ($1.9m) per season. The company has also sponsored Brighton's stadium – titled the American Express Community Stadium – since its opening in 2011.

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  Burnley – LaBa360

  Burnley agreed a club-record sponsorship deal with gaming and betting brand LaBa360 in the summer believed to be worth £3 million ($3.8m) a season. The length of the agreement is unknown, with the Clarets simply describing it as a "multi-season" deal.

Bayern Munich won the German title again this season, but the race for the top four was exciting right til the end. Who made our best XI for 2019-20?

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  GK: Yann Sommer (Borussia Monchengladbach)

  Gladbach's successful first season under Marco Rose was thanks to impressive performances across the pitch.This started with the Bundesliga's most consistent goalkeeper, as Yann Sommer proved once again why he is so reliable between the posts.

  The Switzerland international saved more shots than any other goalkeeper in the German top-flight and also had the best save percentage of any regular No.1.

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  RB: Achraf Hakimi (Borussia Dortmund)

  Achraf Hakimi's second season on loan at Borussia Dortmund was an improvement on his first as he proved himself in a variety of positions under Lucien Favre.

  He was most effective down the right flank for BVB, and was the only defender to provide more than 10 Bundesliga assists in 2019-20.

  The Morocco international also chipped in with five goals, and though Dortmund are keen to keep hold of him, all signs point to him joining Inter this summer in a €40 million (£36m/$45m) deal.

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  CB: Matthias Ginter (Borussia Monchengladbach)

  Matthias Ginter won the World Cup with Germany back in 2014 despite not playing a single minute for Die Mannschaft. However, since moving to Gladbach in 2017, he has become their most important defender and this season as has progressed more under new head coach Marco Rose.

  Ginter is not only a rock at the back, but helps build the play by bringing the ball forward and finding a team-mate, something he has done over 1800 times in 2019-20.

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  CB: Martin Hinteregger (Eintracht Frankfurt)

  Eintracht Frankfurt centre-back Martin Hinteregger is the top scoring defender in Europe's top five leagues with eight goals in 2019-20.

  However, the 27-year-old Austrian is not just a danger going forward and at set pieces, but is dominant in defence too and is the only centre-back to have more than 50 successful tackles in the league this season.