West Ham host Liverpool on Saturday as Jurgen Klopp’s side look to put their demoralizing Merseyside derby defeat behind them and stay in the title race. At least for another week.
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David Moyes and West Ham are going through their own crisis as they lost 5-2 at Crystal Palace last weekend and Moyes has questioned his players’ commitment and focus, which is not the first time this season. All signs point to Moyes leaving the Hammers this summer and it’s probably the right time for all the parties. West Ham have an extremely talented squad, but Moyes’ style of play will not get the best out of them.
Liverpool suffered a shock 2-0 defeat to Everton on Wednesday. will almost end their title hopes as they will be five points behind Manchester City if the defending champions win their remaining two games. After the defeat to Everton, Jurgen Klopp appeared resigned to not winning the title in his final season at Anfield as he apologized to fans for his performance, while captain Virgil van Dijk lashed out at his teammates and questioned their desire. Liverpool have one win in their last four Premier League games and have gone through a poor run of form at precisely the wrong time of the season.
How to watch West Ham vs Liverpool live, stream link and start time
Start: 7:30 a.m. ET Saturday (April 27)
Television channel: US Network
Online: Watch live online via NBC.com
West Ham focus, team news
The Hammers simply haven’t been able to find the right combination of players in midfield and defense all season. The importance of Declan Rice was highlighted. However, not all is lost. If West Ham finish well, they could still qualify for Europe and seventh place is within their reach. They just need to get on with it now.
OUT: George Earthy (concussion) | QUESTIONABLE: Nayef Aguerd (foot), Konstantinos Mavropanos (hits), Jarrod Bowen (lower back)
Liverpool focus, team news
The Reds looked so far away from Everton that it was difficult to understand why. Mohamed Salah is in crisis and Liverpool are struggling at the same time. This is no coincidence, as everything goes through Salah.
OUT: Joel Matip (torn anterior cruciate ligament – out of season), Thiago Alcantara (groin), Conor Bradley (ankle)
