West Ham vs Sheffield United prediction, live stream, TV channel, team news, time, odds, h2h results - preview

West Ham know a Premier League top-four finish is still in their sights as they prepare to face Sheffield United this evening.

The Hammers were beaten 3-1 at home by Liverpool on January 31 to seemingly burst their bubble after a great festive run, but the champions' recent struggles mean David Moyes' side sit just a point off fourth place after 23 games.

Much will depend on the fitness of Michail Antonio during the run-in, but Jesse Lingard has arrived to bolster Moyes' options - and his 3-1 brace at Aston Villa was a fine start to life at the Hammers.

However, West Ham were held to a goalless draw at Fulham last time out, and Moyes knows his side must pick up three points against the likes of rock-bottom Sheffield United if they are to seriously pusj for Champions League qualification.

Date, kick-off time and venue

West Ham vs Sheffield United is scheduled for a 7pm GMT kick-off on Sunday, February 14, 2021.

The match will be held behind closed doors at Goodison Park due to coronavirus restrictions.

How to watch West Ham vs Sheffield United

TV channel: The match will be televised on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport Ultimate.

Live stream: BT Sport subscribers will be able to watch the match online via the BT Sport website and app.

West Ham vs Sheffield United team news

Moyes has defended the club's medics after a decision to allow Issa Diop to play on following a clash of heads was criticised by a brain injury charity.

Diop will be fit for Monday, but Angelo Ogbonna will not after having the ankle he damaged at Old Trafford placed in a protective boot with no timescale as yet for his recovery.

Striker Michail Antonio could return after sitting out in midweek with fatigue, but Andriy Yarmolenko and Fabian Balbuena are out.

West Ham predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Fabianski; Coufal, Dawson, Diop, Cresswell; Rice, Soucek; Bowen, Lingard, Benrahma; Antonio

West Ham vs Sheffield United prediction: 1-0 home win

This prediction is based on the Hammers having Antonio available. Should he start, West Ham will be heavy favourites to seal the win - but things could get tight if he misses out. The Blades beat Manchester United away recently so can't be written off, but you'd expect the hosts to see out the result.

Premier League head to head (h2h) history and results

West Ham wins: 2

Draws: 2

Sheffield United wins: 3

West Ham vs Sheffield United betting odds and tips (subject to change)

West Ham win: 4/5

Sheffield United win: 9/2

Draw: Between 11/4

West Ham to win 1-0: 13/2

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