FA Premier League
Saturday 9th May, 5.30pm @ Upton Park
Liverpool can take their chance to go top of the Premiership on goal difference with a victory at Upton Park as Premier League leaders United do not play until the following day.
The reds hope to see the return of Fernando Torres who was didn’t play against Newcastle last week, although Xabi Alonso is definitely out after last weeks red card tackle by Joey Barton.
West Ham have had a solid season and were one of the sides to take a point from Anfield when they held the reds to a 0-0 draw earlier this season.
West Ham have a chance of European competition next season but Spurs and Man City are among those sides breathing down their necks.
History
Liverpool lost 1-0 in last season’s Premier League fixture at Upton Park. Liverpool have won 5 and lost 5 in the last 13 Premier League matches at Upton Park, highlighting the fact it is not a happy hunting ground for Liverpool.
Betting
Liverpool are favourites with the bookmakers.
Liverpool 8/13
West Ham 4/1
Draw 3/1
Score bets for the reds aren’t too great for this one. Around 6/1 for 1-0, 2-0 and 3-0. You can get 16/1 for a West Ham 1-0 win.
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TV
This game will be broadcast live on Setanta in the UK. More information is in the forum.
Opposition Links
Official West Ham Website
West Ham Football Shirts
Quotes from the Liverpool forum
Toughest fixture left in my view. / Chats
Going to be a tough match, not expecting a big scoreline but we will win. / bpatel
Gutted that one of our best performers have to sit out thanks to Joey Barton. Still, no reason to not win although Upton Park is a difficult place. / Ad
West Ham always give us a tricky time. I’m sure we can come away with the win though. I look forward to away days more than anything. I love listening to the travelling support. I know they will do us proud as always. / AussieRed
West Ham v Liverpool Pre-Match Discussion
