West Ham v Arsenal 2025-26 Kits

West Ham v Arsenal
Premier League 2025/26
Fixture Date – Saturday 9 May 2026
Kick-off – 3pm
London Stadium, London

The upcoming Premier League fixture between West Ham United and Arsenal is scheduled for Saturday, 9 May 2026, at the London Stadium, with a 3:00 PM kick-off. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fixture, historical head-to-head statistics, and current managerial profiles.

🔵 West Ham United vs. 🔴 Arsenal

Fixture Date: Saturday, 9 May 2026
Kick-off: 3:00 PM BST
Venue: London Stadium, London
Hospitality: Eventmasters

🏆 Recent Form & Context

West Ham United

As of the 2025–26 season, West Ham United is under the management of Graham Potter, who took over in January 2025 following Julen Lopetegui’s departure. In the 2024–25 season, West Ham finished 14th in the Premier League with 43 points, avoiding relegation but experiencing inconsistent performances. Their top scorer for the season was Jarrod Bowen with 14 goals.

Arsenal

Arsenal, managed by Mikel Arteta, has been a consistent contender in the Premier League, finishing as runners-up in the 2024–25 season with 74 points. The club has invested heavily in the 2025 summer transfer window, acquiring six new players, including striker Viktor Gyökeres and midfielder Martin Zubimendi, aiming to strengthen their squad and break their two-decade title drought.

📊 Historical Head-to-Head (Premier League)

The all-time Premier League head-to-head between West Ham United and Arsenal is as follows:

  • Matches Played: 50

  • Arsenal Wins: 30

  • West Ham Wins: 10

  • Draws: 10

  • Goals Scored: Arsenal 90, West Ham 50

Arsenal has historically dominated this fixture, but West Ham has secured notable victories, including a 1–0 win in the 1980 FA Cup Final.

👔 Managerial Profiles

Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)

  • Tenure at Arsenal: Since December 2019

  • Notable Achievements: Guided Arsenal to three consecutive second-place finishes in the Premier League (2022–2025), secured the 2023 FA Community Shield, and reached the UEFA Champions League semi-finals in 2024.

  • Style of Play: Emphasises possession-based football with tactical flexibility, often utilising a 4-3-3 or 4-3-2-1 formation.

Graham Potter (West Ham United)

  • Tenure at West Ham: Appointed in January 2025

  • Previous Roles: Managed Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea, known for his progressive and adaptable tactical approach.

  • Current Situation: Potter is working to stabilise West Ham’s performance and build a competitive squad.

📅 Recent Encounters

In the 2024–25 Premier League season, Arsenal secured a commanding 4–2 victory over West Ham at the London Stadium. Goals from Gabriel, Leandro Trossard, Martin Ødegaard, and Kai Havertz contributed to the win.

🔮 Match Outlook

This fixture presents an intriguing contest between Arsenal’s pursuit of a long-awaited Premier League title and West Ham’s efforts to establish consistency under Graham Potter. Arsenal’s strengthened squad and tactical prowess will be tested against West Ham’s resilience and adaptability. The outcome could have significant implications for both teams’ aspirations in the league.

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