Arsenal make the journey across London on Sunday to face West Ham in a battle with big implications at both ends of the Premier League table.
Mikel Arteta's side are aiming to restore their six-point lead on Manchester City in the title race, with the champions hammering Leicester 3-1 on Saturday, while West Ham are still scrapping just to stay in the league. David Moyes and co drew 1-1 with Belgian side Gent on Thursday but return their focus to domestic matters with the chance to go six points clear of the relegation zone.
Despite the scrutiny on Moyes, the Hammers have only lost one of their last seven games in all competitions and this season could end in the club's first European trophy in nearly 60 years. As for Arsenal, it feels as if only the title would leave fans feeling satisfied after a campaign above expectations, with City breathing down their necks.
Unfortunately for Gunners suppoters, star centre-back William Saliba remains injured, although striker Eddie Nketiah can provide reinforcement in attack after recovering from his own issue. On the pair, Arteta said: "He's progressing well and we are hopeful we’ll have him available in the next few weeks, but we'll have to see. Eddie is back and is fully fit now."
What's key for Arsenal is to bounce back from conceding a late equaliser away to Liverpool, the first time they've dropped points since a 3-1 loss to City on February 15. A air of disappointment has surrounded the Gunners camp this week and Arteta needs his players respond at the London Stadium - up against his former boss.
"[It will be a] very difficult game," the Spaniard admitted. "We know, we've been there a few times and we always find really tricky and difficult games. I know David really well and how he’s going to prepare for the game as well, and we are ready. It’s going to be a fight; it's going to be another big derby for us and we're going to be at our best to win it."
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When is West Ham vs Arsenal?
West Ham host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday, April 16.
Kick-off at the London Stadium is 2pm BST.
What TV channel is West Ham vs Arsenal on?
For UK viewers, Sky Sports will broadcast the match live to subscribers.
Coverage will begin at 1pm on Sky Sports Premier League, while Sky Sports Main Event will show the match following the conclusion of Kilmarnock versus Celtic in the Scottish Premiership.
Sky Go customers can also watch the match on their smart devices.
Highlight will be available on Sky Sports' YouTube channel shortly after full-time.
Match odds
Latest odds from Betfred:
West Ham - 5/1
Draw - 3/1
Arsenal - 4/7
*odds subject to change
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