Verdict: Dominic Calvert-Lewin over 0.5 shots on target

Best Odds: 8/11

Bookmaker: Luckster

Knowing that nothing less than three points will be enough this weekend, West Ham will welcome Leeds to east London on Sunday afternoon.

West Ham

Starting with the hosts, while West Ham might still mathematically hold the chance to drag themselves over the finishing line and keep hold of their Premier League status this weekend, the Hammers are searching for what is a real miracle. Sat two points adrift of arch-rivals Tottenham and in desperate need of an almighty favour from former boss David Moyes, Nuno Espirito Santo’s side face what is undoubtably one of the most important showdowns in their history. However, last seen coming under even more scrutiny as they slumped to a deserved 3-1 drumming away at an inconsistent Newcastle, West Ham have the feel of a squad liming their way over the finishing line. With a monumental amount of pressure on their shoulders when they return to the London Stadium this weekend, the Hammers have lost all of their previous three consecutive Premier League battles by an aggregate score of 7-1.

West Ham Team News

Missing out away at St. James’ Park last weekend, January recruit and former Fulham attacker Adama Traore remains a doubt on Sunday afternoon. However, aside from the one-time Barcelona youngster, West Ham have reported a clean bill of health and have no fresh injury concerns.

Coming off the bench midway through the first-half and bagging a consolation strike against Newcastle last week, Argentinian striker Taty Castellanos should be handed a full recall. In what could be his final appearance at the London Stadium, skipper Jarrod Bowen will lead Santo’s side out.

Leeds United

As for the visitors, while Leeds might have suffered FA Cup semi-final heartbreak at Wembley last month, that result appeared to be nothing more than a minor blip for Daniel Farke’s side. Snatching a stellar last-gasp 1-0 victory at home against European chasers Brighton last time out, the former Norwich boss certainly finds the mood in his camp at a red-hot high. Breezing their way to Premier League safety with plenty of time to spare, the Yorkshire-based outfit should be excited by a trip to east London on the final weekend. Rightfully receiving a string of plaudits and still remarkably holding the possibility of booking a top-half finish here, Leeds have suffered just a single defeat from any of their previous 11 straight appearances across all competitions.

Leeds United Team News

While Swiss international Noah Okafor might have once again missed out in Yorkshire last week, Farke’s side are hopeful that the 25-year-old can play some part here. However, Swedish international Gabriel Gudmundsson remains on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.

Bagging a last-gasp winner against Brighton last week and enjoying what has been a successful maiden campaign at Elland Road, ex-Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin will be looking to add to his 14 Premier League strikes. Set to feature for Japan at this summer’s World Cup, Ao Tanaka will start in the middle of the park.

West Ham vs Leeds United Key Factors to Consider

• When West Ham and Leeds met for their reverse Premier League showdown back on October 24th, Sunday’s guests claimed a 2-1 victory at Elland Road.
• The Hammers have lost all of their previous three straight Premier League appearances by an aggregate score of 7-1.
• Leeds have suffered just a single defeat from any of their previous 11 consecutive appearances across all competitions.
• Farke’s side have not suffered a single Premier League defeat outside of Yorkshire since way back on January 7th.
• All of the last five consecutive meetings between West Ham and Leeds have finished with both teams finding the net.

Conclusion

While West Ham might be clinging to their Premier League status ahead of Sunday’s finale, the Hammers are more than aware that they are searching for a major miracle. Blown away at Newcastle last time out as they slumped to a deserved 3-1 loss at St. James’ Park, Santo’s squad have now lost all of their previous three top-flight showdowns by an aggregate score of 7-1 and it appears almost certain that their infamous relegation will be confirmed on Sunday afternoon.

Verdict: Dominic Calvert-Lewin over 0.5 shots on target

Best Odds: 8/11

Bookmaker: Luckster