West Ham United’s full-back positions have come under scrutiny during their recent winless streak, as noted by journalist Alex Keble. With four draws and two losses in their last six matches, the Hammers are facing concerns ahead of their upcoming Premier League clash with Arsenal at the London Stadium.
Keble pointed out that West Ham’s full-backs have been struggling, as seen in their recent match against Manchester United, where Alejandro Garnacho outperformed Emerson and Vladimir Coufal had difficulty containing Marcus Rashford. Meanwhile, Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka have been in top form, posing a threat to West Ham’s defense.
Since their last win against Arsenal at the end of December, West Ham has faced a series of disappointing results, including draws with Brighton, Bournemouth, and Sheffield United, along with a draw and defeat against Bristol City in the FA Cup. Their recent loss to Manchester United has added to the frustration for manager David Moyes.
Despite their struggles, the upcoming match against Arsenal on home ground is expected to be an exciting London derby, with both teams eager to secure a much-needed victory for different reasons. Arsenal, under the leadership of Mikel Arteta, are aiming to strengthen their position in the title race, while West Ham will be looking to turn their fortunes around in front of their passionate fanbase.
