“‘Absolutely Destroyed!’ – Merson and Sutton Drop Brutal Predictions for West Ham vs Newcastle”

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Pundit Predictions: West Ham vs Newcastle United

West Ham return to Premier League action on Sunday as they host Newcastle United at the London Stadium. It’s been a tough start to the season for the Hammers, and manager Nuno Espirito Santo has yet to find a way to reverse their poor form.

The atmosphere around the club is tense — West Ham sit 19th in the table, and frustration among supporters toward owner David Sullivan continues to grow.

The team desperately needs a victory to build some momentum, but that won’t come easy against a Newcastle side eager to climb back up the standings after a modest start to the campaign. The Magpies currently occupy 12th place.

Here’s what the pundits are predicting ahead of the match, with insights from SportsKeeda’s Paul Merson and BBC Sport’s Chris Sutton.

Chris Sutton (BBC Sport):
“Newcastle progressed in the Carabao Cup in midweek, and after lifting that trophy last season, you have to wonder if Eddie Howe can guide them to more silverware this time around.

“West Ham, on the other hand, are in real trouble. Nuno Espirito Santo had a full week to prepare, but regardless of who he selects, the performances just aren’t improving.

The Hammers are conceding far too many goals from set pieces, and I think Newcastle will simply overpower them across the pitch.
Prediction: West Ham 0-2 Newcastle United.”

Paul Merson (SportsKeeda):
“West Ham have been dreadful at home — arguably the worst in the league — and this weekend they face Newcastle, who themselves have only managed one away win all season.

I don’t think West Ham have picked up a home victory since February 27, and that was against a struggling Leicester City side that eventually got relegated.

“The way West Ham have been losing games is worrying. Brentford completely outplayed them in their last home fixture. Even though Newcastle are juggling a busy schedule, I can’t see anything other than an away win here.
Prediction: West Ham 1-3 Newcastle United.”