Manchester City's first Premier League clash of 2025 is a visit from struggling West Ham United.
The reigning champions had won just one of their previous 13 matches in all competitions before journeying to the King Power Stadium last weekend, but they secured an important if unconvincing victory in the East Midlands. Savinho starred in the triumph, which saw City breach the 30-point mark.
A visit from West Ham would usually appear a routine victory for Pep Guardiola's side but their recent form has been dismal. They have won just one of their past five home games and stumbled to a 1-1 draw with Everton in their most recent Etihad outing.
The Hammers had been in improved form before their 5-0 thrashing at the hands of table-topping Liverpool, with pressure having eased on head coach Julen Lopetegui. They are now eight points above the relegation zone but will be wary of slipping back into old habits.
Here is 90min's guide to Man City vs West Ham.
What time does Man City vs West Ham kick-off?
- Location: Manchester, England
- Stadium: Etihad Stadium
- Date: Saturday 4 January
- Kick-off Time: 15:00 GMT / 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT
- Referee: Michael Salisbury
- VAR: Graham Scott
Man City vs West Ham H2H Record (Last Five Games)
- Man City: 5 wins
- West Ham: 0 wins
- Draws: 0
Current form (all competitions)
Man City | West Ham |
|---|---|
Leicester 0-2 Man City - 29/12/24 | West Ham 0-5 Liverpool - 29/12/24 |
Man City 1-1 Everton - 26/12/24 | Southampton 0-1 West Ham - 26/12/24 |
Aston Villa 2-1 Man City - 21/12/24 | West Ham 1-1 Brighton - 21/12/24 |
Man City 1-2 Man Utd - 15/12/24 | Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham - 16/12/24 |
Juventus 2-0 Man City - 11/12/24 | West Ham 2-1 Wolves - 09/12/24 |
How to watch Man City vs West Ham on TV - UK and US
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | Radio commentary and updates on talkSPORT, BBC Radio Manchester and BBC Radio 5 live |
United States | Peacock |
Canada | fuboTV Canada, Fubo Sports Network 7 Canada |
Man City team news
Guardiola has revealed that none of those missing for the trip to Leicester last weekend will be available against West Ham. Rodri and Oscar Bobb are long-term absentees, while Matheus Nunes and John Stones are both injured, too.
Ruben Dias is "getting better" according to Guardiola but will not be available against the Irons, leaving City a tad short at centre-back. The Spaniard also proclaimed that first-choice goalkeeper Ederson will return to action "soon".
Man City predicted lineup vs West Ham
Man City predicted lineup vs West Ham (3-2-4-1): Ortega; Akanji, Ake, Gvardiol; Lewis, Kovacic; Foden, De Bruyne, Silva, Savinho; Haaland.
West Ham team news
West Ham don't have many injuries but they are missing some key personnel. They were dealt a devastating blow this week after it was revealed that talisman Jarrod Bowen had fractured his foot in the defeat to Liverpool, likely sidelining him for a lengthy period.
Michail Antonio is out for the long-term after fracturing his leg in a car crash and Lukasz Fabianski is also missing as he recovers from a head injury suffered against Southampton. Alphonse Areola returned to the XI against Liverpool and will feature from the start once again.
West Ham predicted lineup vs Man City
West Ham predicted lineup vs Man City (4-2-3-1): Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Emerson; Soucek, Alvarez; Kudus, Paqueta, Summerville; Fullkrug.
Man City vs West Ham score prediction
Manchester City certainly didn't blow Leicester away last time out but their triumph will serve as a major confidence boost. The arrival of the Bowen-less West Ham offers an excellent opportunity for them to secure successive wins for the first time since the end of October.
Without their chief creator and goalscorer, West Ham may find it difficulty to pose any serious threat to the City goal, even if the Cityzens' defence has been disorganised in recent weeks. The Irons are struggling for goals and will have to capitalise on the rare occasions they turn the ball over at the Etihad.
Prediction: Man City 2-0 West Ham
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