West Ham vs Watford Predictions: West Ham United Line-up

West Ham face a visit to Vicarage Road on Sunday, as Manuel Pellegrini aims to beat Watford to secure a place in the top half of the table.

The Hammers are currently in 11th and a victory at the weekend could see the team finish the season in 9th spot should they pick up three points and Leicester City loses their final game to Chelsea. Pellegrini’s side come into this game on the back of a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Southampton.

Watford, on the other hand, will do everything possible to prepare well ahead of the FA Cup final against Manchester City on May 18.

Team News

Felipe Anderson and Declan Rice missed the victory over Southampton, but both are close to recovering from illness.

Robert Snodgrass has been suspended for anti-doping violation, while Samir Nasri and Aaron Cresswell could return to the squad on Sunday.

Probable West Ham XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Manager: Manuel Pellegrini

Lukasz Fabianski (GK)

Fabianski has enjoyed an excellent season with the Hammers and is expected to be in goal against Watford.

Ryan Fredericks (RB)

Scored a goal in the 3-0 victory over Southampton which will give him a lot of confidence heading into Sunday’s game.

Fabian Balbuena (CB)

Balbuena has been solid in defence since returning from injury. Thus, expect to see the summer signing continue at the back against the Hornets.

Issa Diop (CB)

Diop has been one of the stars of West Ham’s season, showing excellent defensive skills. He is likely to partner Balbuena at the back.

Arthur Masuaku (LB)

Masuaku has blown hot and cold throughout the season, but he’ll be eager to finish the season on a positive note.

Declan Rice (CM)

One of West Ham’s best players this campaign, Rice will walk straight back into the starting XI on Sunday after missing the last game through illness.

Mark Noble (CM)

Noble has been a consistent performer for West Ham this season. He will lead the team out at the weekend.

Michail Antonio (RW)

Robert Snodgrass has been suspended for violating anti-doping policy, so Antonio will retain his place on the right wing.

Manuel Lanzini (CAM)

West Ham’s creative ace, Lanzini will offer the zip and guile to the team’s attack from the no.10 role.

Felipe Anderson (LW)

The Brazilian missed the last game due to illness, but he is expected to recover in time ahead of the visit to Watford. He’ll start on the left wing.

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Marko Arnautovic (ST)

Scored a brace in the 3-0 win over Southampton and he’ll be raring to finish the season on a high at the weekend.