It’s the battle of the under-pressure managers at the London Stadium on Saturday, as both Everton and West Ham United know a loss could lead to bigger things.
Sean Dyche hasn’t helped himself in recent weeks, failing to notice the negatives and address them in the media, as he continues to stick with policy of having as little possession as possible
Everton fans will agree with Jesper Lindstrom’s assessment of the Southampton clash. He slated the first-half performance despite his boss saying the complete opposite.
West Ham look like they’re even closer to potentially sacking Julen Lopetegui, with an ultimatum being put out ahead of the game, which states that he could be gone if the performance isn’t up to scratch.
West Ham look like they’re even closer to potentially sacking Julen Lopetegui, with an ultimatum being put out ahead of the game, which states that he could be gone if the performance isn’t up to scratch.
Paul Merson has the pleasure of being a neutral observer for this season, and he thinks there will be a clear winner judging by his prediction
Paul Merson makes his prediction for West Ham vs Everton
Paul Merson predicted a win for Southampton against Everton last time out and it proved to be right, with the Toffees failing to keep them out in a 1-0 loss.
An even tougher challenge awaits Dyche and his men, with West Ham United looking good against Man United last time they played at the London.
Interestingly, Merson has taken a dig at one of the managers, but still thinks his side will come away with all three points on Saturday afternoon.
Speaking to Sportskeeda, Paul Merson thinks West Ham will come away with a 2-0 win and slated Julen Lopetegui for not knowing his best XI still.
“Everton were going along nicely and then they got beat by Southampton. They aren’t in trouble at the moment, but it’s a lot of unnecessary drama. If Everton won they could’ve gone to 12 points. Instead, they are now just four points away from the drop zone and I don’t expect them to beat West Ham either.
“Julen Lopetegui is under pressure to deliver at West Ham. The problem with them is the consistency. They’re one of the teams who could win a couple of games and then go lose a few on the trot. And when they get beat, they get catapulted, like they did last weekend against Nottingham Forest.
Julen Lopetegui is under pressure to deliver at West Ham. The problem with them is the consistency. They’re one of the teams who could win a couple of games and then go lose a few on the trot. And when they get beat, they get catapulted, like they did last weekend against Nottingham Forest.
“I always go back to this with West Ham, be careful what you wish for. David Moyes is a good manager and they won a European trophy under him. Don’t forget that this is a West Ham that did nothing for years. Sometimes people can get caught up in the total football philosophy and overlook the fact that it’s always about winning games.
“I still doubt Lopetegui knows his best XI. However, I expect West Ham to win here. Everton could now be dragged back into the relegation battle.”
Could Everton make a change?
Well, it’s already been claimed that the Friedkin Group are keeping an eye on Sean Dyche as he continues to come under scrutiny after the Southampton result.
The manager target that the prospective new owners have in mind is Sergio Conceicao.
However, there has also been a different rumour that states the replacement the Friedkin Group want if Dyche is to be sacked is David Moyes.
Now, it doesn’t seem as if Moyes would be fancied at the new stadium even if he was to get the job, but they hope he could keep Everton up.
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