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West Ham faces a crucial fixture at home against Brentford on Monday night (8pm, Sky Sports Main Event) as they seek to halt their recent slide down the Premier League table.
The Hammers have endured a challenging spell, failing to secure a victory in their last six league outings, with three consecutive defeats, including a demoralizing 6-0 loss to Arsenal in their most recent home game. Despite their success in European competitions, pressure mounts on manager David Moyes, and while the club's hierarchy reportedly offered him a new contract, uncertainties persist regarding his future.
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Meanwhile, Brentford grapples with their own issues after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City last week. The Bees have encountered a poor run of form, losing nine of their last 11 league matches and finding themselves only five points clear of the relegation zone.
Despite being considered outsiders for relegation by football betting sites, Thomas Frank's side needs to accumulate points to steer clear of trouble, starting with the upcoming clash against West Ham.
In the previous encounter between these teams, a thrilling five-goal affair saw the lead change hands twice before Nathan Collins secured a 3-2 victory for Brentford. Given their current form, another entertaining contest could be on the cards at the London Stadium.
West Ham's recent struggles, particularly their heavy defeat to Arsenal, highlight the urgency for improvement. Moyes faces a significant challenge in lifting morale after consecutive setbacks, including a 2-0 loss to Nottingham Forest last weekend.
Key to West Ham's resurgence will be Jarrod Bowen rediscovering his scoring touch. The forward, who has gone five games without a goal in all competitions, needs to deliver in front of goal to reignite West Ham's attack.
On the other hand, Brentford has shown a propensity for fast starts away from home, often scoring early goals. With Ivan Toney leading their attack, they pose a threat to West Ham's defense, especially in the initial stages of the game.