Competition: Premier League
Market: Newcastle win
Odds: 6/5 @ 888sport
Looking to extend on their top-four charge on Wednesday night, a high-flying Newcastle will make the trip to West Ham.
Starting with the hosts, while West Ham might not have been at their best over the weekend, David Moyes’ men did claim a crucial 1-0 victory at home against Southampton. However, still firmly at the heart of a relegation scrap, it is no secret that the one-time Manchester United boss still finds himself under a huge amount of pressure in east London. Although the Hammers might have punched their Europa Conference League quarter-final ticket last month, they have shown a string of Premier League issues this season. Knowing that they face a huge challenge when the Champions League chasers come to town on Wednesday night, it should be noted that West Ham have won just three of their last 15 top-flight appearances – a run that stems all the way back to October 24th. Despite showing some recent improvements on home soil, Moyes’ side are rightfully tipped as an underdog pick here.
As for the visitors, marking their return from the international break with a stellar display over the weekend, Newcastle find the mood in their camp at a red-hot high. Eventually breezing their way to a 2-0 victory at home against Manchester United, Eddie Howe’s side are sat in pole position to claim a famous top-four finish this season. Gaining a string of plaudits from across the Premier League, there is no doubt that the Magpies will be looking to make another top-flight statement in east London. Heading into the fortnight interval with back-to-back 2-1 victories against Wolves and Nottingham Forest, Wednesday’s guests have now won each of their last three Premier League appearances. Finding a real clinical edge in the final third and riding what has been a remarkable wave of momentum, Newcastle have also gained a reputation for their defensive resolve. Losing just a single trip to the London Stadium since 2015, an away victory can be found at appealing odds in midweek.
Bet: Newcastle 6/5 to beat West Ham in Wednesday’s Premier League matchup @ 888sport
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